Staff Accountant

ITW • Richton Park, IL

20d • $81,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Core Responsibilities Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for specified general ledger accounts. Perform day-to-day general ledger accounting, financial reporting & analysis for assigned functional areas. Track capital project spending and related depreciation, create capital expenditure authorizations, capitalize assets, generate related reporting, and manage audit requests. Research and resolve divisional inquiries from corporate or external partners. Assist with the preparation, coordination and tracking of information and schedules supporting monthly outlooks, the Annual Plan (AP), and the Long Range Plan (LRP). Participate in the development, enhancement, and monitoring of company internal controls. Ensure company policies are being followed as well as implementation of new controls as they arise. Provide financial support for various special projects including cost analysis, internal/external audits, sales/use tax audits, manufacturing surveys and other ad-hoc requests. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent advanced degree. Minimum of 1-3 years of Accounting or Finance experience preferred Advanced MS Excel skill, Power BI or similar database experience Working knowledge of ERP systems, financial report writers, business intelligence systems Strong business communication and excellent analytical skills, including the ability to analyze raw data and apply creative/innovative analysis, and the capability to form key, succinct, and actionable insights and recommendations Collaborative and highly communicative, self-directed with high orientation to teamwork Manufacturing experience preferred Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most time will be spent in an office environment. Occasionally the employee may be required to spend time in manufacturing and construction sites. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas and construction sites. Work is normally performed in an office environment. Additional information ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who may need help with the application process, ITW offers a contract to evaluate requests for assistance and, where appropriate, provide reasonable accommodation to help the applicants apply for a position. If you would like this assistance, please call 708-720-7120 and leave your name, number, and a brief message. Note: Only requests for assistance to apply for a position due to a disability will be responded to. ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Compensation Information: 81000 - 85000 ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At ITW, we think and act like entrepreneurs. We embrace autonomy, make decisions and take ownership to create innovative solutions for our customers all over the world. ITW is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader. Our seven industry-leading business segments offer career development and learning opportunities in more than 50 countries across the globe. We’re committed to investing in our people and supporting their growth through unique and relevant development opportunities at each stage throughout the employee life cycle. Our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture empowers you to think and act like a business owner. We aspire for everyone to perform to their full potential and value the unique and diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas that make us better together. The ITW Business Model gives us the tools to focus on what’s most important, and we’re grounded in our values of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect and Shared Risk.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent advanced degree.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of Accounting or Finance experience preferred
• Advanced MS Excel skill, Power BI or similar database experience
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, financial report writers, business intelligence systems
• Strong business communication and excellent analytical skills, including the ability to analyze raw data and apply creative/innovative analysis, and the capability to form key, succinct, and actionable insights and recommendations
• Collaborative and highly communicative, self-directed with high orientation to teamwork

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for specified general ledger accounts.
• Perform day-to-day general ledger accounting, financial reporting & analysis for assigned functional areas.
• Track capital project spending and related depreciation, create capital expenditure authorizations, capitalize assets, generate related reporting, and manage audit requests.
• Research and resolve divisional inquiries from corporate or external partners.
• Assist with the preparation, coordination and tracking of information and schedules supporting monthly outlooks, the Annual Plan (AP), and the Long Range Plan (LRP).
• Participate in the development, enhancement, and monitoring of company internal controls.
• Ensure company policies are being followed as well as implementation of new controls as they arise.
• Provide financial support for various special projects including cost analysis, internal/external audits, sales/use tax audits, manufacturing surveys and other ad-hoc requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees