Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Overview

Are you an accounting professional that enjoys owning the details of Accounts Payable while building toward broader accounting responsibilities?

E.H. Wachs is seeking an Accountant in our Lincolnshire, IL location. This onsite role will have a significant focus on the Accounts Payable (AP) 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. As you grow with our team, you will take on more accounting responsibilities 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.

• Receive, review, and post AP invoices in the Great Plains accounting system
• Set up new vendors
• Communicate with vendors regarding inquiries via phone and email

• Maintain accounts and financial records in accordance with established standards
• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts
• Participate in day-to-day general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and analysis for assigned functional areas
• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes
• Provide sales analysis and other financial reports to support the business unit and management decision-making
• Assist with capital expenditure requests, audits, and fixed asset management as needed
• Research and resolve divisional inquiries from corporate or external partners

• Participate in the development, enhancement, and monitoring of internal controls
• Ensure compliance with company policies and support implementation of new controls
• Work cross-functionally to complete required tasks and initiatives
• Help employees understand how decisions impact financial results; identify, communicate, and train others on key business drivers
• Serve as a strong advocate of the ITW Toolbox, applying 80/20 thinking to simplify processes and reduce complexity
• Perform other duties as assigned

• 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Minimum of 2-3 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)

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.

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,…