Job Description:

Position Overview:

E.H. Wachs is seeking an early career Accountant in our Lincolnshire, IL location. This onsite role will have a significant focus on the Accounts Payable (AP) and Receivable (AR) function to provide accurate and timely processing of transactions for the company. As an active member of our accounting team, you will play a key role in ensuring timely payments of AP invoices and contacting customers regarding outstanding AR balances.

As you grow with our team, you will take on more accounting responsibilities and develop into a staff accountant where you will drive results by accurately preparing, interpreting, and communicating business unit (BU) financial information. You will also support the team by ensuring the integrity of our financial records while supporting the culture, procedures, and internal controls. Your strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with others will make you an invaluable asset to our team.

Core Responsibilities:

Receives, reviews, and posts AP invoices in Great Plains accounting system

Responsible for collections and posting cash receipts

Maintains accounts/financials according to standards

Set up for new customers and vendors

Works cross functionally to complete necessary tasks.

Communicate with vendor and customer inquiries via phone and email

Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations for specified general ledger accounts.

Participates in the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing processes.

Participates in day-to-day general ledger accounting, financial reporting & analysis for assigned functional areas.

Provide various sales analysis reports as needed to help support the BU and provide timely data for other managers to assist with decision-making.

May assist in capital expenditure requests and audits, and manage fixed assets within the BU.

Research and resolve divisional inquiries from corporate or external partners.

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.

Help other employees understand how their choices and decisions will impact the financials and identify, communicate, and train others on key business drivers.

Be a strong motivational champion of the ITW Toolbox; utilizing 80/20 in all critical thinking toward applying sound judgment to analyze processes, identifying, and acting upon opportunities to reduce complexity and simplify processes.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.

Minimum of 1-2 years of Accounting or Finance experience required.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) is required. Working knowledge of ERP systems, financial report writers, business intelligence systems (e.g., Great Plains, is a plus)

Attention to Detail - Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, with acute attention to detail.

Professional Growth Minded - Willingness to invest in personal and professional development, with potential for growth within the organization.

Adaptability - Must be able to adjust to a changing work environment, competing demands and deadlines, frequent changes, delays and unexpected events

Self-Starter - Ability to learn quickly, be resourceful, work independently with minimal supervision, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Cross Functional Communication - Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to establish productive relationships, collaborate, and effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

Self-Accountability - Demonstrated positive attitude, high motivation, and a strong sense of personal accountability.

Data Analysis - 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.

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 on the manufacturing floor.  Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Work is normally performed in an office environment.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to type, finger, handle, control, or feel; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.

Compensation Information:

Compensation Information:

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest in creating an environment where you can thrive—both personally and professionally.  For more details, visit our Benefits page.

In addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave.

The annual base salary range for this position is $65,000 – 70,000 annually. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. The company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

Additional Information:

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.