At McMaster-Carr we help customers build anything because we offer everything - we stock and distribute more than half a million products. We focus on creating visual and informative product merchandising, building our own systems and technology in-house, and improving operationally to create exceptional customer experiences around the globe. As we look to the future, we apply experimentation and innovation to the lessons learned since our start in 1901. Our success continues with the ideas and commitment of the bright and ambitious people that differentiate McMaster-Carr.
We are currently seeking an Accountant to deliver accurate, detailed financial reporting that informs company strategy. With ambitious investments in the future already underway, we have an ever-increasing need for well-executed collaboration between Accounting and the rest of the operati
- Accountants at McMaster-Carr manage the accounting and reporting cycle for large capital expenditure projects while applying research, quantitative analysis, and creative thinking skills to solve problems and improve processes across our business. A typical day at McMaster-Carr will vary, but you might find yourself doing any of the following:
- Owning parts of the month-end close process, gathering information from multiple source systems to create journal entries, perform account reconciliations, and explain variances.
- Becoming a subject matter expert on thematic topics within the accounting cycle. For example, you may become the company's financial expert on construction in progress, accounting for transportation expenses, or tracking insurance costs.
- Research and report on significant variances in costs and other financial events to company leadership, such as construction cost variances to ensure projects maintain financial control.
- Build forecasts and budgets for company expenses, collaborating with operational departments to plan for the future.
McMaster-Carr encourages you to apply and share your unique experience even if you don't meet 100% of the qualifications below. We look forward to your application.
- Bachelor's Degree with a major in business, finance, accounting, economics preferred
- CPA certification
- 2-4 years of work experience
- Well-rounded experience including project management, cost segregation and billing cycles
- Curiosity and strong attention to detail
- A growth mindset demonstrated through continuous learning, varied responsibilities, and gaining exposure to a variety of financial operations
- A high level of autonomy and a proven record of resourcefulness
- Strong written and verbal communication with an emphasis on being able to translate complex or ambiguous data to key company stakeholders succinctly
The starting salary range for this role is $108,000-$124,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. In addition to your base salary, you will also be eligible for Cash Profit Sharing and Retirement Fund contributions.
We are committed to comprehensive benefits to support employees and their dependents, such as:
- Zero-dollar premiums for medical, dental, pharmacy, mental health and vision plans for employees, spouses, and dependents.
- 100% tuition reimbursement for employees.
- First-time home buyer assistance.
- College assistance for your dependents.
- Paid time off to cover vacation, personal time and parental leave.
To Apply: www.mcmaster.com/apply
For more information on McMaster-Carr, please visit: https://www.mcmaster.com/careers
EOE/M/F/VET/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship by McMaster-Carr.
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What We Do
McMaster-Carr is an e-commerce company offering more than half a million products used to keep business in motion. With more than 300,000 daily visits to our website, customers from a variety of industries turn to us when they need to build, design, repair or maintain just about anything because we are the complete, one-stop source for industrial supplies.
Technology teams play a vital role in McMaster-Carr’s success. The software that drives our business is developed in-house by a growing team of versatile engineers. Whether the project is automating distribution operations, improving browsing features on our app or integrating a new data center to serve five national facilities, people flourish when they love to learn and pursue ambitious goals.
McMaster-Carr’s diverse business creates the opportunity to explore new technologies and develop expertise that is both broad and deep. Growth is supported by an inclusive culture of development seen in mentorship, reading groups, guilds and town halls that create community. They pursue career growth through learning and advancement in technical and project leadership.
Why Work With Us
Curious people thrive at McMaster-Carr. Engineers build technical knowledge through learning groups, book clubs, and one-on-one mentoring. Diverse projects offer experience with a wide range of technologies to encourage career-long learning. Great work is celebrated in an inclusive workplace dedicated to equity, growth and employee well-being.
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