Accounting Intern Job at ITW in Frankfort

Founded in 1912, ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a global industrial company built around a differentiated and proprietary business model. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the ITW Business Model to generate solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW’s approximately 45,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company’s decentralized, entrepreneurial culture. In 2019, the company achieved revenues of $14.1 billion, with roughly half coming from outside North America. ITW Deltar Fasteners is a large division within the Automotive Segment and serves all the major OEMs and their tier suppliers with plastic fasteners. Locations include: Frankfort, IL; Chippewa Falls, WI and our Commercial Sales and Engineering in Troy, MI. The division drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering. In addition to ITW’s industry leading research and development capabilities, ITW Deltar Fasteners enhances our customers’ competitive advantage by… Maintaining advanced engineering and manufacturing facilities in NA. Exchanging product, process and benchmarking information with sister units worldwide. Continually improving processes, material and designs to ensure every product exceeds customer specifications while providing unparalleled value. The Accounting Intern will report to the Assistant Controller of ITW Deltar Fasteners and will be responsible for various accounting tasks and department support. The internship will provide the candidate with opportunities to learn about all functional areas of accounting including AP, AR, fixed assets, inventory, and others. The accounting intern will work with individuals from across the accounting department and other division functions to perform data analytics, develop and implement process simplification, perform internal audit work, and assist in audit and tax preparation. Assist in the division’s preparation for ERP transition Perform and deliver timely work on current division audits (financial, fixed asset, or tax) Work collaboratively with members of the division’s other functional groups (Operations and Production, Customer Relations, Engineering, Human Resources, etc.) Accounts payable and accounts receivable process performance and simplification Networking opportunities with other interns Local volunteer opportunities Professional development opportunities Other tasks and duties as assigned To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Pursuing a minimum of an undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field Proficient Microsoft Office skills especially Excel Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-starter capable of working independently Strong understanding of basic accounting principles Open to taking on ad hoc tasks, and pivoting based on department needs Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the facility All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 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. _ 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.