Division Controller

Illinois Tool Works

(Itasca, Illinois)
Full Time Travel Required
Job Posting Details
About Illinois Tool Works
Since our founding more than 100 years ago, ITW has become one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets. The company has operations in 57 countries that employ approximately 49,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards.
Responsibilities
* Partners with the leadership team to develop and execute annual and long range plans based on in-depth understanding of financial analysis of potential capital investments, acquisition opportunities, restructuring projects and other critical ad-hoc opportunities * Oversees day-to-day financial and IT operations and processes including, but not limited to Accounts Payable, Credit/Collections, Inventory/Cost Accounting, Payroll, and IT systems/support * Prepares monthly financial statements and the financial analysis of results as well as provides variance explanations for actuals compared to plan, forecast and prior year * Manages the financial planning and forecasting processes * Delivers accurate and timely monthly financial forecasts * Provides measurable and accurate financial targets to evaluate the performance of the business * Works with the VP/GM and functional leaders to develop the annual operating plan * Leads, drives and implements changes in order to simplify processes and eliminate complexity within the business that will enhance financial performance * Identifies, leads and develops talent in order to maximize individual, team and organizational effectiveness in meeting company goals * Other related duties as assigned
Ideal Candidate
* Bachelor degree in Accounting required; Master’s preferred * 8+ years of demonstrated experience in financial reporting and analysis, cost reduction, inventory costing and control, operational accounting and financial statement management * 3+ years of experience in a financial management role with direct people leadership responsibility * CPA with 1 year of public accounting experience is preferred * Experience working in a manufacturing business as a plant controller preferred * Experience implementing lean/streamlined manufacturing processes a plus * Experience implementing and working with information technology and ERP systems * Demonstrated experience leading and working within successful cross-functional project teams * Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and business intelligence software tools * Ability to travel when necessary
Compensation and Working Conditions
Benefits Benefits included

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