Supervisor, Corporate Accounting

Job Description

ITW is seeking a Supervisor, Corporate Accounting to be a part of the Corporate Accounting team. The individual will have a strong understanding of financial processes within a large multinational corporate environment, strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated analytical skills, and be able to work independently.

Core Responsibilities :

• Monthly / Quarterly / Annual close processes including preparation of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
• Record equity compensation activity including monthly amortization, equity exercises and vestings, Director plan activity, basic and dilutive share calculation and prepare annual 10-K disclosure footnote
• Support corporate departments including monthly reporting, accruals and forecast adjustments
• Management of GL system including account maintenance, system parameters, close procedures and reconciliation to consolidation system
• Identify areas for process improvement and streamlining to increase efficiency of department procedures and processes
• Prepare Corporate and domestic payroll entries and maintain payroll bank account reconciliation
• Assist in preparation, consolidation and analysis of annual Corporate Plan
• Assist with various projects, internal and external audit requests, ad hoc projects and assignments as they develop

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business in finance or accounting is required, CPA a plus
• Minimum 5 years relevant corporate and / or industry experience; experience in Corporate Accounting and / or business analysis roles a plus
• Minimum 1-2 years experience with equity compensation accounting
• Effective time management skills to manage multiples priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a diverse and multicultural environment are essential
• Strong analytical skills and business / financial acumen
• Attention to detail, with high standards of accuracy and review
• Experience handling highly sensitive information with integrity and maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
• High level of proficiency in utilizing Excel, including advanced formulas and basic macros; demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics GP and Oracle HFM a plus
• Ability to be in the office at the Glenview campus 5 days a week with flexibility on hours.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Must be able to research and follow-up timely and independently on pending items

Additional Information

Illinois Tool Works Inc. ( ITW or the Company ) is an equal employment opportunity employer. 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.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please email corp accessibility@itw.

com to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.

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.