Lead Accountant

McMaster-Carr Lead Accountant Chicago, IL (Elmhurst) May 5, 2026 $231,000 What You’ll Do As a leader of our accounting team, you’ll play a critical role in high-impact work. Serve as a financial expert for company leaders on topics ranging from transportation costs to R&D investment Lead the accounting team through full business cycles, such as month-end close, budget and forecast updates, or the annual audit. Own cash reconciliation and reporting, including daily balancing, long-term forecasts, and weekly and monthly reporting. Prepare and review high-level financial statements and reports Create clear, actionable reports that inform decision-making Provide mentorship and guidance to Accounting teammates Shape the future of finance in a modernizing industrial supply business Who You Are We are seeking bright, curious, and ambitious individuals eager to make an impact. Ideal candidates have: CPA license 10+ years of relevant experience in industry or public accounting Subject matter expertise in accounting fundamentals and advanced Excel skills Exceptional communication and analytical skills, including the ability to clearly explain complex or ambiguous data Experience leading full accounting cycles Demonstrated ability to develop teammates Experience with SQL preferred Cash Compensation Total cash compensation generally starts at $231,000 and includes profit sharing based on company profitability. Additional Benefits Informal and formal mentorship Employee resource groups Medical, dental, pharmacy, and vision plans with no monthly premiums Family & Future Paid parental leave for all new parents Adoption and surrogacy assistance First‑time home buyer assistance Industry-leading company‑funded retirement accounts Time Off Paid time off for vacation and personal time Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees a workplace with reasonable accommodations and free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. At McMaster-Carr, we do not make employment decisions based on age, ethnicity, citizenship status, military status, gender identity and expression, race, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected group. This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship by McMaster-Carr. #J-18808-Ljbffr