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Internal Audit Project Lead

Chicago, IL

We are looking for an accomplished professional to influence company strategies and controlled operations using accounting and audit experience. Talented people join us from a variety of backgrounds to pursue ambitious goals independently and collaboratively.  They develop leadership competencies and business acumen through their work with stakeholders across the organization and levels of leadership.

 

Who We Are

McMaster-Carr is a leading e-commerce company trusted by industrial customers for over 120 years. The products we sell help them get manufacturing lines back up quickly, keep operations running smoothly, and prototype the next generation of innovative solutions. We earn and keep that trust by offering the right products, making them easy to find, and delivering them fast, so customers can solve problems with greater speed, precision, and ease.

Industry-leading e-commerce experience, indispensable product selection, and world-class service bring hundreds of thousands of customers to our site each day. But we’re never standing still. Curious, exceptional people are at the heart of our evolution. They turn new challenges and disruptive technologies into opportunities to refine our operations, expand our product offering, and deliver excellent experiences for every customer.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

You will play an integral role in developing and executing McMaster-Carr’s audit plans. You will balance independent audits with collaborative work that includes members of the Audit team and internal stakeholders to strengthen our control and risk management environment. This role offers varied responsibilities including:

  • Planning and conducting all phases of the audit process to evaluate the effectiveness of financial, compliance, and business process controls and risk management processes.
  • Collaborating with members of the Audit team and management to execute audit engagements and deliver risk-appropriate, value-added solutions.
  • Exercising judgment to identify areas of risk as well as opportunities for practical improvements based on the results of audit testing.
  • Engaging with and resolving ambiguity throughout the development of the annual audit plan and the execution of each audit.
  • Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with internal stakeholders to enhance credibility, trust, and cooperation.
  • Communicating effectively with colleagues and stakeholders throughout the audit process from planning through reporting and follow-up.
  • Leveraging your curiosity to learn about our business and identify potential risks in processes across the organization.

 

What We Look For

We are in search of a seasoned and highly motivated auditor and leader who inspires others, aspires to make a meaningful impact, and thrives in an environment that prioritizes curiosity, self-discipline, and resourcefulness.

  • 5+ years of professional experience and at least 3 years focused on audit work
  • Bachelor’s degree with well-rounded experiences, including quantitative analysis
  • Demonstrated curiosity, attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication with an emphasis on translating complex data succinctly
  • Experience collaborating with stakeholders at varying levels of seniority and tenure across the organization
  • Demonstrated ambition, self-motivation and commitment to the challenge of resolving ambiguity
  • Track record of managing your time effectively across multiple tasks and work streams, and supporting the work of others through leadership
  • A growth-oriented mindset that is open to learning new skillsets, taking on new responsibilities, and gaining exposure to a variety of financial operations

While certifications such as the CPA and CIA provide evidence of knowledge and commitment to the profession, they are not required for consideration or success in this role.

 

Cash Compensation

  • Total cash compensation is generally around $166,000 to $200,000 including profit sharing based on company profitability.

Growth & Learning

  • 100% tuition reimbursement
  • Informal and formal mentorship
  • Employee resource groups

Health & Wellbeing

  • Medical, dental, pharmacy, and vision plans without monthly premiums
  • Inclusive, all-gender benefits

Family & Future

  • Paid parental leave for new parents
  • Adoption and surrogacy assistance
  • First-time home buyer assistance
  • Industry leading company-funded retirement accounts

Work Life Balance

  • Paid time off for vacation and personal time
  • Minimal travel

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, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected group.
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This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship by McMaster-Carr

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