Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst

Grainger; Lake Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

PTO and holidays

Company 401(k) with match

Employee discounts and education perks

Parental leave

Job summary

Grainger is seeking a Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst in a hybrid role to manage financial reporting for management and external disclosures. You will partner with Accounting, Finance, and other functions to ensure accurate consolidated statements and timely reporting.

The position offers competitive base pay with an incentive target and a comprehensive benefits program starting on day one. This role requires strong knowledge of US GAAP and experience with consolidation processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Experience in public accounting and/or private industry with consolidation exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver timely financial reporting to the Company's business leaders.
• Assist with the preparation of key external SEC filings including Form 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.
• Support the monthly close consolidation process, including US GAAP adjustments and intercompany accounting.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

US GAAP knowledge

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

SAP

BPC

Blackline

Workiva

Job description

Work Location Type: Hybrid

Req Number 335970

About Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Workingby serving more than4.6 million customersworldwide with maintenance, repair andoperating(MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customerexpertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported2025 revenue of$17.9 billion. For more information, visitwww.grainger.com.

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $87,200.00 - $145,300.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 10%, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.

Rewards and Benefits

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

Grainger Benefits

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

Position Details

As the Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst, you will manage the delivery of financial reports and analysis used by management to monitor Company's financial performance and support the preparation of our consolidated financial statements. The Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst partners with Finance and non-finance professionals in Accounting, Finance and other business and corporate functions.

You Will

• Prepare, develop and deliver timely and insightful financial reporting to the Company's business leaders.
• Assist with the preparation of key external SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.
• Support the monthly close consolidation process, including the preparation of financial statements, review of US GAAP adjustments, account analysis, intercompany accounting, financial schedules and calculations, and related internal controls.
• Provide technical accounting support by researching, analyzing, and documenting conclusions on new and proposed accounting, reporting and, disclosure standards promulgated under USGAAP and issued by the SEC.
• Support Financial Reporting team in special projects, including process optimization, automation initiatives, and the operationalization of new reporting requirements, as applicable.
• Highlight opportunities for process improvements including the development of new reports and analytics to support management needs and standardize processes across departments.
• Support external auditors throughout the financial audit process, including internal controls testing to support Grainger's SOX compliance and special projects.

You Have

• Bachelor's Degree Accounting, Finance, Business, or similar field required.
• 3+ years of experience in public accounting and/or private industry with exposure to consolidation experience preferred.
• Experience in project management, including continuous improvement initiatives related to financial processes, systems, and tools to increase productivity and internal controls.
• Demonstrated ability to develop partnerships and collaborate effectively with others to achieve goals and drive results.
• Proficiency in SAP, BPC, Blackline, and Workiva is a plus.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA seeking Upon Hire preferred.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one's employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.