Division Controller

ITW•Glenview, IL

6d•$170,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Division Controller is a strategic finance leader on the ITW Power Nailing leadership team. The role leads financial planning, analysis, and governance for a global business, supporting above-market organic growth and operational excellence. The controller shapes business strategy by applying ITW’s business model to simplify processes, improve decision-making, and build a high-performing finance team through talent development and cross-functional collaboration. The position partners with the VP/GM and division leadership to develop and execute business plans, evaluate investments and growth opportunities, improve financial reporting and commercial insights, and support productivity and cost improvements across operating locations. It oversees day-to-day financial operations, planning and forecasting, financial statements, accounting practices, internal controls, compliance, and ERP implementation support. The controller also develops finance talent and supports achievement of revenue, operating income, inventory, and accounts receivable targets. The position is based at the Glenview office. Travel is approximately 10%, primarily local with occasional overnight travel. The annual base salary range is $170,000 to $200,000, and the role is eligible for a bonus up to 25%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
At least 8 years of progressive finance experience, including financial reporting and analysis, cost reduction, inventory control, and operational accounting in manufacturing and commercial environments.
At least 3 years in a financial leadership role with direct people management responsibility.
Demonstrated success partnering with senior leaders, translating financial analysis into clear recommendations, and influencing decisions that improve business results.
Experience leading financial planning, reporting, accounting, controls, and performance management in a complex business environment.
Advanced Excel skills and experience using financial reporting software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex information and adapt to different audiences.
Growth mindset and experience driving change while maintaining stakeholder alignment.
Ability to travel as needed, primarily locally with occasional overnight travel, approximately 10%.

Nice To Haves

MBA or master’s degree.
Experience leading or playing a significant finance role in an ERP implementation and working with business intelligence tools.
Demonstrated success in process simplification and accelerated decision-making.
Knowledge of the construction industry.

Responsibilities

Partner with the VP/GM and Division Leadership Team to develop and execute annual and long-term business plans supporting the division’s strategy.
Analyze potential capital investments, acquisitions, organic growth projects, restructuring initiatives, and other significant business opportunities.
Lead long-range planning and provide financial insight to identify growth opportunities, evaluate investments, and support profitable organic growth.
Improve reporting tools and financial insights to help commercial leaders make faster decisions, strengthen sales execution, and capture revenue opportunities.
Partner with sister divisions to optimize intercompany financial results and shared processes.
Work with the Operations Director and leaders across operating locations to improve productivity, reduce costs, and evaluate savings initiatives through financial analysis.
Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, credit and collections, inventory and cost accounting, and payroll.
Lead initiatives to meet or exceed Annual Plan targets for Revenue, Operating Income, Inventory, and Accounts Receivable.
Support ERP implementation by aligning business processes and providing functional expertise.
Maintain strong accounting practices and internal controls across division locations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and consistent processes.
Prepare monthly financial statements and detailed variance explanations comparing actuals with plan, forecast, and prior year.
Lead planning and forecasting, delivering accurate monthly forecasts and clear performance targets to help leaders anticipate risks, evaluate results, and take timely action.
Monitor and support continuous improvement to achieve above-average financial audit results and compliance.
Build and develop the finance team by assessing capabilities, coaching employees, creating development opportunities, and strengthening the pipeline for future finance leadership roles.