Job description

Job Description

The Welding Accessories & Cutting Division is part of ITW's North America Welding Commercial Platform. The Accountant will be responsible for driving results by accurately preparing, interpreting and communicating all division financial information. This individual will be an active member of the division core accounting team and will assist in adhering to and applying all ITW principles and procedures and internal controls. We are looking for a detail oriented, positive professional with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as a team and individually. Candidate must be a fast learner and be able to balance multiple projects. This position is based in Appleton, WI.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing process effectively and efficiently
• Prepare accurate financial statements and maintain/reconcile ledger accounts
• Provide various sales and inventory analysis reports as needed to help support the division and provide timely data for other managers to assist with decision-making
• Inventory management related to MOH and grading classifications, and leadership to drive results in this area
• Maintain the standard cost files in accordance with ITW policies/procedures. Lead the annual standard cost roll-up
• Assist in capital expenditure requests and audits, and manage fixed assets within the division
• Be analytical, inquisitive, and crisp in explaining the story behind the numbers and a strong ability to understand macro and micro trends and quickly discern inaccuracies
• Helps other employees understand how their choices and decisions will impact the financials and identifies, communicates, and trains others on key business drivers
• Leverage available tools and new technologies to compile relevant useful information to support process improvements and operational decisions
• Be a strong motivational champion of the ITW Toolbox; utilizing 80/20 in all critical thinking toward applying sound judgement to analyze processes, identifying and acting upon opportunities to reduce complexity and simplify processes
• Performs related work as apparent or assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting plus a minimum of 2-5 years of broad accounting experience.
• Proven track record of leadership, collaboration, strong interpersonal and verbal/written skills, demonstrates a positive attitude, highly motivated, high level of personal accountability, strong, coaching skills, effective listening skills, and approachability
• Must have a sharp sense of top priorities for the business and is detail oriented with strong problem solving and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal/written) effectively with customers, suppliers, and all employees, as well as an ability to develop positive and productive peer relationships
• Willing to develop self and others with potential for future opportunities in the organization
• Understanding and application of ITW toolbox tools, including the Front to Back process; preferred
• Ability to resolve issues/conflicts in a timely manner
• Aggressive self-starter with the ability to work independently on projects under minimal supervision
• ERP and Financial Reporting software experience required
• Advanced MS Excel skill is required

Additional Information

Key Competencies

• Great communication and prioritization skills, be a self-starter, work very efficiently with minimum supervision, and perform well in a team-oriented environment.
• Organized, very detail oriented, and willing to seek out information to ensure full and accurate documentation.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Appleton, WI 54914: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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