Senior Accountant

Interim Senior Staff Accountant

• Location: Chicago, IL 60611 (401 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 3300)

• Work Model: Hybrid

• Employment Type: Contract (Interim Coverage)

• Expected Duration: Minimum 3 months with strong potential for extension

• Schedule: Approximately 37.25 hours per week

• Compensation: $50-$60 per hour

• Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/ 

Position Summary
Our healthcare client is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to provide critical interim support during a leadership transition while the CFO position remains open. This individual will partner closely with the Director of Accounting and the Vice President serving as Interim CFO to oversee the month-end close process, support financial reporting, and assist with audit-related activities during an active KPMG audit.
This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can quickly assess priorities, and is comfortable collaborating with executive leadership while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the month-end close process, including reviewing financial results and ensuring timely completion of close activities.

• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.

• Perform account reconciliations and detailed account analyses to maintain accuracy and completeness of financial records.

• Coordinate and support external audit activities, including responding to auditor requests and preparing required documentation.

• Review consolidation processes and assist with related reporting requirements as needed.

• Conduct technical accounting research and analysis under U.S. GAAP and provide recommendations on complex accounting matters.

• Support general ledger activities and ensure appropriate accounting treatment and documentation.

• Assist with nonprofit tax reporting requirements, including support related to Form 990 and Form 990-T filings.

• Participate in special projects, process improvements, and ad hoc financial analyses.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience.

Demonstrated experience with:

• Full ownership of the month-end close process

• Financial reporting and financial statement preparation

• External audit support and coordination

• Technical accounting and GAAP research

• Form 990 and/or Form 990-T preparation or support within a nonprofit or tax-exempt organization

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently while effectively partnering with leadership and cross-functional teams.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation strongly preferred.

• Previous nonprofit or tax-exempt accounting experience.

• Experience supporting Form 990 and Form 990-T filings.

• Prior experience working directly with executive leadership during audits, system implementations, or organizational transitions.

• NetSuite experience preferred.

• Experience working within healthcare or healthcare-related organizations is a plus.

Why This Opportunity?

• High-visibility role partnering directly with executive leadership.

• Opportunity to make an immediate impact during a critical transition period.

• Exposure to complex accounting matters, financial reporting, and active audit activities.

• Potential for assignment extension based on business needs and performance.

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