Staff Accountant

Job Description:

ITW Power Nailing is a division within the Construction Products segment, a global provider of premium nailing and fastening solutions. Our products are engineered to improve contractor productivity and elevate building quality across both new residential construction and remodeling projects. With trusted, category-defining brands like Paslode , we set the standard in wood-to-wood fastening systems—delivering performance, reliability, and productivity that professionals count on. Learn more about our products at www.paslode.com. At ITW, we offer you a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures. The position is located at ITW's corporate campus in Glenview, Illinois across from the Golf Metra station, with onsite gym and café. Purpose of the Role As a Staff Accountant you will support accurate financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and collaborate closely with Operations, Sales, and Marketing. You are responsible for essential month‑end close activities, general ledger maintenance, fixed asset accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial analysis. Our Accounting team plays a key role in maintaining data integrity, supporting audits, and driving process improvement across the division. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly journal entries and complete balance sheet reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts with a high level of accuracy. Support the month-end close process, including accruals, reclasses, and variance analysis, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Perform day‑to‑day general ledger accounting, including financial reporting and analysis for designated business areas. Prepare and maintain recurring operational and financial reports, such as daily sales reporting (DSR), logistics metrics, and other key business metrics. Analyze financial results and identify key drivers of variances, providing clear and actionable explanations to management. Complete reconciliations for cash, sales, ship-to, and other operational accounts, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies. Support fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, and depreciation, ensuring compliance with company policies. Respond to inquiries from corporate teams and external partners, ensuring timely and accurate resolution. Participate in the development, enhancement and monitoring of internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies. Provide financial support for special projects including cost analysis, internal/external audits, sales/use tax audits, manufacturing surveys and other ad-hoc requests. Contribute to the implementation of new processes and controls, promoting efficiency and continuous improvement. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance Minimum of 1 year of Accounting or Finance experience Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Working knowledge of ERP systems and financial reporting tools (e.g., D365, NAV, Cognos). Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and deliver clear, actionable insights. Ability to collaborate effectively and work independently. Preferred Qualifications CPA or MBA Experience with Power BI or similar data visualization tools Manufacturing and Cost Accounting experience • ITW Power Nailing is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status

Compensation Information:

Annual base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $82,500. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. 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. In addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave. For more details, visit our Benefits page. 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.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$70,000.00 - $82,500.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Glenview, IL 60025 (Required)

Work Location:

In person