Staff Accountant

$30 - $40 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary
Work Model: Hybrid
Location: Mount Prospect, Illinois
Job ID: 153837
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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Our client is seeking a Temporary Staff Accountant to provide critical financial support during a 30-day leave coverage. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional to step in and make an immediate impact. The role is based in-office (or hybrid, depending on company policy) and may extend in 30-day increments depending on business needs and the employee’s return timeline.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and is confident jumping into a new system or workflow with minimal ramp-up time.

Temporary Staff Accountant Responsibilities:

  • Handle journal entries, account reconciliations, and support month-end close

  • Assist with AP/AR and other daily transactional accounting tasks

  • Ensure financial accuracy and compliance with internal controls

  • Partner with internal teams on reporting and analysis needs

  • Offer ad hoc support as needed during the coverage period

Temporary Staff Accountant Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

  • 1–3 years of hands-on accounting experience

  • Solid understanding of accounting systems and Excel proficiency

  • Detail-oriented and able to work independently with minimal supervision

  • Flexible, dependable, and comfortable in a temporary work setup

Ready to jump into a fast-moving role where your accounting skills will shine? Apply today and help keep the books balanced!

Ryan Quinn
Project Manager – Accounting & 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

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