Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantLocated in Carol Stream, IL the Staff Accountant role is responsible for supporting the organization's financial integrity through the preparation and maintenance of accurate financial records. This role will create and maintain monthly journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. This position will act as a business partner for the ITW Graphics IDS accounting Team as well as external stakeholders including banks, customers and vendors.ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate records of fixed assetsCreating financial back up for CIP ProjectsEnter CIP Projects into CAPEX Site and manage the processTrack costs to ensure we are staying under capital amount- bring to attention if off trackOnce fully operational, paid and signed off capitalized assetsRun monthly deprecationPost monthly depreciation and reconcileProcess weekly/biweekly payrollPull payroll reports weeklyCombine weekly payroll for monthly journal entry (verify commission)Verify reports match what was paid out of bankCalculate accrued payrollPost payroll and accrued payroll entriesMaintain and record sites purchase and travel cardsApprove for final payment to bankExport P Card and travel card data to create monthly expense journal entriesMonthly accruals/reconciliationsVacationMonthly benefit entryLTO/CAP deferred revenue_interest income recPrepaid accountsAccrued liabilitiesMonitor serviceCreate new service contracts-end expiring/cancelled contractsManage accurate list of service itemsProvide backup for A/P (invoice entry) and A/R (cash application/invoice & credit creation) activitiesApply the ITW principles 80/20 and USA to eliminate complexity and improve profitability of the company.Other projects and responsibilities as requiredPosition Qualification RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's degree in accounting is preferred, or five years of accounting study with related practical experience including significant computer utilizationExperience/Skills:Strong organizational and interpersonal skillsStrong attention to detailAnalytical, inquisitive and crisp in explaining the story behind the numbers. Strong ability to understand macro and micro trends and quickly discern inaccuracies.Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal/written) effectively with customers, suppliers and all employees as well as an ability to deliver results through others.Ability to exercise independent and sound judgment and solve practical business problems in a prompt manner often under tight deadlines.Enthusiastic self-starter with the ability to function under minimal supervision.Proven track record of collaboration skills, personal accountability, effective listening skills, and approachability.Proven ability to apply ITW principles in a financial environment.Other Requirements and ConditionsPhysical/Visual Activities or Demands: Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, sit and type, occasionally twist/turn, reach above shoulder and outward, stand, walk, bend, and grasp with hands.The employee must carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and push and pull up to 20 pounds occasionally.Specific vision abilities required by this job include concentrated attention, close vision, far vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to bring object into sharp focus.Working Conditions: Working conditions are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.Typical Office (95%)Plant Conditions (5%)Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids that may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position: Computer, Microsoft Office Suite, calculator, telephone, scanners, printers, ERPLicense(s)/Certification(s) Required: N/AThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws."Commonly associated" is not intended to mean always or only. There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.All activities, demands, conditions and requirements are linked to essential job functions.As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, ITW does not discriminate in hiring or in the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, arrest record, citizenship or other categories protected by federal, state or local laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/DisabilityCompensation Information: $28-$33ITW 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.