Accounting Specialist

$20 - $25 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary to Hire
Work Model: In Office
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 152083
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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Are you an experienced accounting professional looking for an opportunity to grow within a booming professional services company? We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team in Chicago, IL. This role will play a key part in managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy, and supporting overall business operations.

Accounting Specialist Responsibilities:
  • Handle accounts payable, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations
  • Manage accounts receivable, processing customer invoices, payments, and collections
  • Process payroll, ensuring timely and accurate payments to employees
  • Perform bank and account reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with company policies and accounting best practices

Accounting Specialist Requirements:
  • 2+ years of accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and reconciliations
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?
  • Be part of a collaborative and supportive team
  • Gain exposure to multiple facets of accounting
  • Enjoy competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today!

Thank you,


Jessica Xiques
Accounting/Finance Recruiter
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.

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