LaSalle Network is hiring an Accounting Clerk to support a growing specialty retail and distribution organization. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys balancing Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, cash management, and sales administration responsibilities while working closely with company leadership in a collaborative, small-team environment.
Responsibilities:
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Manage accounts receivable by generating invoices, posting payments, reconciling accounts, monitoring outstanding balances, and following up on overdue payments
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Handle full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, 3-way matching, vendor reconciliations, and payment processing
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Perform bank, deposit, and petty cash reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate cash balance reporting
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Calculate monthly sales commissions and royalty payments while supporting invoicing accuracy and sales-related data entry
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Partner with the CFO, external accountants, vendors, and internal teams to support financial reporting, month-end activities, and overall accounting accuracy
What’s Needed:
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2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or accounting clerk experience with exposure to both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
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QuickBooks Online experience required, including transaction entry, record maintenance, and daily accounting support
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Ability to process high-volume transactions and invoices with strong accuracy and attention to detail
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office for data entry, reconciliations, reporting, and financial recordkeeping
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Strong organizational, communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently
What’s in it for me?
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Work directly alongside the CFO and gain broad exposure to accounting, finance, operations, and sales administration functions
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Join a stable, established organization in a highly visible role supporting critical business operations
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Make an immediate impact within a collaborative, small-team environment where your contributions will be recognized and valued
Key Details:
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Job Title: Accounting Clerk
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Location: Chicago, IL (100% In-Office)
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Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
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Compensation: $25-30/hour (heavily based on experience)
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Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits -https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/
If you’re an organized accounting professional looking for an opportunity to expand your experience across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, reconciliations, and sales administration while working closely with leadership, apply today!
Ellie Chestler
Project Manager, Accounting & Finance
LaSalle Network
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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, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, 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, 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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