Accounting Manager

Company Description

Hi-Cone, a division of ITW, aims to be a global leading supplier of plastic-based multi-packaging systems for the global alcohol and Non-Alcoholic Ready To Drink (NARTD) beverage market segments providing sustainable solutions and serving as a trusted advisor to our 80 customers by helping them to grow volume, price, and profitability in core and emerging markets. Hi-Cone / ITW offers a very competitive benefits, check out some of the benefits we offer:

• Predictable Schedule
• Competitive Health , Dental, and Vision Insurance with low monthly payments.
• Life Assistance Program with a variety of services and discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance for you and your dependents provided by ITW with additional Insurance available.
• Short and Long Term Disability paid for by ITW.
• 401K plans with Company match.
• ITW Provides a Gift and Volunteer Match Program for charities of the employee’s choice.
• Scholarship Programs to help your children succeed!

Job Description

As a key member of the finance team, the Accounting Manager reports to the US Controller and is responsible for recording the accounting entries in the General Ledger (G/L), driving the timely preparation of financial statements, reviewing and monitoring internal controls, preparation and evaluation of departmental spend through the budget process, reporting and communicating financial results to appropriate levels within the organization, and identify and implement opportunities to simplify processes and procedures. The Accounting Manager supports the US Controller as well as the broader management team to achieve Division goals and objectives.

Primary Responsibilities:

Financial Planning, Reporting and Analysis

• Ensure that complete and accurate financial records and strong internal controls are in place and being followed as required through ITW policies
• Perform analytical reviews of data and explain variances against plan, outlook and prior year
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close in addition to other reports required by corporate, internal and external audits and/or regulatory agencies
• Monitor and evaluate department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Justify new capital projects alongside manufacturing engineering and operations and evaluate whether we’ve met the desired outcomes when the project is finished
• Effectively communicate and coordinate the exchange of financial information to key stakeholders
• Additional ad hoc requests as required

Team Management & Development

• Lead a team of two by addressing performance issues and developing a plan to close the skill gaps
• Coach through feedback, development planning and performance management
• Provide training to new and existing staff and support them in their career goals
• Help people in the business understand how their decisions impact results
• Use effective change management skills to effectively to plan, implement and evaluate change
• Apply the ITW Principles (80/20, Product Line Simplification, Segmentation, In-lining, and Market Rate of Demand) to eliminate complexity and improve profitability of the company
• Drive to grow and succeed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, CPA preferred
• 4+ years of accounting experience including general and cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding and application of accounting principles/practices
• Ability to demonstrate a strong analytical and inquisitive mindset
• Must be able to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines as required
• Experience with P&L and Balance Sheet reporting
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Office software skills
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Limited travel requirements

Additional Information

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