Accountant

$30 - $40 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary
Work Model: In Office
Location: Oak Park, Illinois
Job ID: 125573
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Are you a finance guru with a penchant for precision and a knack for numbers? Look no further – LaSalle Network has partnered with one of our valued clients, a prominent Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company in Oak Park, Illinois, to find the perfect Accountant to join their team!

In your role as an Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial operations are in tip-top shape.


Accountant Responsibilities:
  • Manage and maintain financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards
  • Prepare financial statements, reports and forecasts that will guide financial strategy
  • Collaborate with department leaders to create and manage budgets, offering valuable insights to support their objectives
  • Assist in both internal and external audits, meticulously documenting records and facilitating audit processes
  • Prepare and file state and federal taxes, staying current with tax regulations to optimize our tax strategy
  • Investigate discrepancies and resolve financial issues with meticulous attention to detail
  • Collaborate closely with the finance team to develop and implement financial strategies that will propel company growth

Accountant Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
  • Proven track record as an Accountant in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong grasp of accounting principles, regulations and industry best practices
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities

If you feel qualified, please apply today!

Thank you,

Ann Marie O’Sullivan
Project Manager, Accounting and Finance
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