Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description:

ITW Description

ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenues totaling $14.3 billion in 2017. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in- class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW has approximately 50,000 dedicated colleagues in operations around the world who thrive in the company’s unique, decentralized, and entrepreneurial culture.  To learn more about the company and the ITW Business Model, visit www.itw.com.

Division Description

ITW Electronics Assembly Equipment (a division of Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE: ITW)), is the global leader in process knowledge, services and manufacture of capital equipment used in the printed circuit board assembly and semiconductor industries. The group brings together the world’s leading brands of electronics assembly equipment: Despatch Thermal Processing Technology, MPM Printers, Camalot Dispensers, Electrovert Cleaners and Soldering Solutions, and Vitronics Soltec Soldering Solutions. For more information visit www.itweae.com.

Position Purpose

This role provides administrative and accounting support to the Shared Services Group, with a primary focus on accounts payable processing and credit card transactions. The position plays a key role in ensuring accurate, timely financial operations and maintaining strong internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Processing

• Process credit card transactions through online platforms
• Enter and process non-ERS (Evaluated Receipt Settlement) invoices
• Review and analyze freight files from third-party providers
• Process employee expense reports in Concur

Reconciliation & Reporting

• Post and reconcile Concur-related entries
• Perform monthly account reconciliations
• Assist with financial reporting and analysis as needed

Compliance & Documentation

• Support and maintain the 1099 reporting process
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping in compliance with company policies and retention requirements

Support & Continuous Improvement

• Assist with special projects and reporting as needed
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve processes and efficiency

Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2–4 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
• Working knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Familiarity with Concur or similar expense management systems preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical requirements and working conditions:

• Primarily desk-based role with regular computer use
• May require extended periods of sitting and working at a computer

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please email jsoares@itweae.com to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.

Compensation 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.