Accounting Associate Jobs in Appleton, WI (NOW HIRING)

Job Description:

Are you an experienced accounting professional that is detail-driven and delivers results through accuracy, leadership, and continuous improvement?

Miller Electric, an ITW company, is seeking an Accountant to join our in-house accounting team in Appleton, WI. In this key role, you’ll take ownership of preparing, interpreting, and communicating financial information that drives business results. You’ll serve as a leader within the accounting team by ensuring financial integrity, upholding ITW principles, and supporting strategic decision-making through accurate, insightful reporting. If you thrive in both independent and collaborative work, can juggle multiple priorities, and are eager to make an impact, this may be the next step in your career.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

Financial Reporting

• Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing process effectively and efficiently
• Prepare accurate financial statements, maintain/reconcile ledger accounts, update and report out on department budgets
• Manage training assets within the division
• Be analytical, inquisitive, and precise in explanations
• Demonstrate a strong ability to understand macro and micro trends to quickly discern inaccuracies
• Provide timely data through ad-hoc reporting for other managers to assist with decision-making

Team Development

• Help other employees understand how their decisions will impact financial results
• Identify, communicate, and train others on key business drivers

Continuous Improvement

• Apply sound judgment to analyze processes, identifying, and acting upon opportunities to reduce complexity and simplify processes
• Perform related work as apparent or assigned

What you need to do to be successful:

• Cultivate Curiosity: use a curious mindset and a strong desire for continuous learning, particularly regarding business processes and their influence on financial outcomes.
• Prioritize Effectively: prioritization that aligns with business objectives. Exhibit high motivation, personal accountability, and coaching abilities to drive success.
• Drive Financial Improvements: initiate and implement financial improvements that support and enhance business operations.
• Attention to Detail: Be detail-oriented with robust problem-solving and organizational skills to ensure precision in financial management.
• Self-Starting Initiative: Be an aggressive self-starter with the capacity to independently lead and execute projects with minimal direction.
• Effective Communication: Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with customers, suppliers, and all team members, facilitating productive interactions.
• Flexibility: Be open to minimal travel as required to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Growth-Oriented: Committed to self-development
• Collaborative Partner: Develops positive and productive relationships across functional and cross functional teams.
• Multi-Tasker: Balances multiple projects while meeting business deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience
• ERP or Financial Reporting software experience required
• Microsoft Dynamics Finance and Operations expertise is beneficial
• Advanced MS Excel skill is required

Apply Today

• Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their experience and qualifications.
• At ITW Welding, we’re not just a place to work – we’re a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference! 

Why ITW Welding?

• Join a collaborative and growth-focused team where your expertise will directly impact the company’s financial health and operational success. We value innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Here’s what we offer to help you build the future you want: 

• Generous Retirement Benefits – 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future.  
• Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters. 
• Company-Paid Insurance – Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind. 
• Family-Friendly Benefits – 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey. 
• Education Assistance – tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development. 

 At ITW Welding, we’re not just a place to work – we’re a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference! 

Company Description 

Comprised of a market-leading portfolio of best-in-class brands, the businesses of ITW Welding work together to provide premium performance delivered through a breadth of solutions encompassing welding, cutting, consumables, and accessories.  ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment, Safety & Accessories, Hobart Filler Metals, and Bernard / Tregaskiss MIG Guns. 

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment. 

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.