Accounting Specialist

Key Details:

• Title: Accounting Specialist (AP, AR & Billing)
  
  
• Location: On-site - Carol Stream IL
  
  
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
  
  
• Pay: $28-$32/hour (depending on experience)
  
  
• Type: Long term contract with likely extension/conversion
  
  
• Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit

Overview:
We're partnering with a growing manufacturing organization to hire an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, customer billing, and general accounting. This is a hands-on role best suited for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable working cross-functionally, and able to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.



What you'll do:


1. Accounts Payable

• Prepare and organize documents and supporting information for processing
  
  
• Verify invoice details and schedule disbursements
  
  
• Obtain approvals for invoice payments (individual and batch)
  
  
• Support vendor relationships and respond to payment inquiries

2. Accounts Receivable / Billing

• Verify transaction and contract details
  
  
• Calculate charges, refunds, and discounts accurately
  
  
• Prepare and send customer invoices via ERP system and email
  
  
• Monitor and follow up on past-due balances; communicate with customer AP contacts
  
  
• Manage aging and support collections efforts as needed

3. General Accounting

• Assist with basic financial reporting by collecting and summarizing information
  
  
• Post transactions and help maintain accurate accounting records
  
  
• Reconcile vendor/customer statements and resolve discrepancies or payment delays
  
  
• Maintain organized electronic and physical filing
  
  
• Follow internal controls and support process improvements

What we're looking for:

• Prior experience with customer billing (hands-on invoicing)
  
  
• Working knowledge of AP and AR processes
  
  
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  
  
• Solid communication skills and customer service mindset
  
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard office tools
  
  
• Experience using an ERP system is strongly preferred

If you meet the qualifications and are looking for your next opportunity, we encourage you to apply today.


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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


All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.