Accounting Assistant

$25 - $30 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary
Work Model: In Office
Location: Lake Forst , Illinois
Job ID: 148635
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Assistant with a focus on Accounts Payable to join our finance team located near Lake Forest, Il. This role is crucial for supporting the smooth and efficient processing of invoices, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of AP processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic team.

Accounting Assistant Responsibilities:
  • Review, verify, and process incoming invoices in a timely and accurate manner
  • Ensure invoices are properly coded, matched with purchase orders, and approved by relevant departments
  • Resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with company policies
  • Prepare and process payments to vendors via checks, bank transfers, and other payment methods
  • Monitor payment due dates and ensure timely settlement of outstanding liabilities
  • Reconcile accounts payable ledgers to ensure that all payments are accurately recorded and up to date

Accounting Assistant Requirements:
  • Proven experience in an accounts payable or finance assistant role
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable processes
  • Proficient in using accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
  • Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
  • Good communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal teams

If you meet the qualifications listed, please apply today!


Thank you,

Lauren Just
Senior 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