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Full-time | Finance & Accounting | Industrial Distribution | Company on its way to $1B Are you an accounting professional ready to thrive in a high-growth, acquisition-driven environment? A leading industrial distribution company headquartered near Schaumburg is seeking a
Senior Accountant
to join its expanding finance team. With acquisitions fueling rapid growth, this is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of accounting operations across a dynamic, multi-entity business. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys process improvement, and wants to leave a lasting impact by building scalable systems and driving financial excellence. What You’ll Do Lead core accounting functions: AP, AR, payroll, inventory reconciliation, and month/year-end close Manage multi-million-dollar receivables and payables, including vendor negotiations and payment plans Prepare journal entries, financial reports, and support audits and compliance (GAAP, ASC 842) Analyze sales and expenses, optimize cash flow, and support strategic decision-making Collaborate with leadership to streamline processes across acquired entities Process payroll across multiple states and support international finance operations Must-Haves Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA or CPA-track strongly preferred 3–5+ years of accounting experience, including month-end close Blend of public accounting and industry experience Experience in mid-to-large companies and product-based or distribution industries Proficiency in Sage and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) Familiarity with ASC 842 lease accounting Why You’ll Love It Here High visibility and impact—help build and improve accounting infrastructure Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite in Schaumburg HQ Supportive leadership and opportunity to grow with the company Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing and Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LHH by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid paternity leave Paid maternity leave Disability insurance Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Accountant” roles.
Arlington Heights, IL $51,040.00-$57,420.00 2 months ago Chicago, IL $60,000.00-$70,000.00 5 months ago Chicago, IL $65,000.00-$70,000.00 3 months ago Chicago, IL $65,000.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $60,000.00-$93,000.00 1 week ago Greater Chicago Area $60,000.00-$75,000.00 4 weeks ago Des Plaines, IL $45,000.00-$60,000.00 2 months ago Entry Level 2025 | Tax Staff | Chicago (44608)
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Full-time | Finance & Accounting | Industrial Distribution | Company on its way to $1B Are you an accounting professional ready to thrive in a high-growth, acquisition-driven environment? A leading industrial distribution company headquartered near Schaumburg is seeking a
Senior Accountant
to join its expanding finance team. With acquisitions fueling rapid growth, this is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of accounting operations across a dynamic, multi-entity business. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys process improvement, and wants to leave a lasting impact by building scalable systems and driving financial excellence. What You’ll Do Lead core accounting functions: AP, AR, payroll, inventory reconciliation, and month/year-end close Manage multi-million-dollar receivables and payables, including vendor negotiations and payment plans Prepare journal entries, financial reports, and support audits and compliance (GAAP, ASC 842) Analyze sales and expenses, optimize cash flow, and support strategic decision-making Collaborate with leadership to streamline processes across acquired entities Process payroll across multiple states and support international finance operations Must-Haves Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA or CPA-track strongly preferred 3–5+ years of accounting experience, including month-end close Blend of public accounting and industry experience Experience in mid-to-large companies and product-based or distribution industries Proficiency in Sage and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) Familiarity with ASC 842 lease accounting Why You’ll Love It Here High visibility and impact—help build and improve accounting infrastructure Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite in Schaumburg HQ Supportive leadership and opportunity to grow with the company Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing and Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LHH by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid paternity leave Paid maternity leave Disability insurance Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Accountant” roles.
Arlington Heights, IL $51,040.00-$57,420.00 2 months ago Chicago, IL $60,000.00-$70,000.00 5 months ago Chicago, IL $65,000.00-$70,000.00 3 months ago Chicago, IL $65,000.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $60,000.00-$93,000.00 1 week ago Greater Chicago Area $60,000.00-$75,000.00 4 weeks ago Des Plaines, IL $45,000.00-$60,000.00 2 months ago Entry Level 2025 | Tax Staff | Chicago (44608)
Itasca, IL $59,000.00-$68,800.00 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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