Accountant - Welding, Accessories & Cutting Division

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