Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Coordinator

• Compensation: $28-$34 per hour
  
  
• Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit
  
  
• Location: Chicago, IL 60606
  
  
• Work Model: Fully on-site
  
  
• Employment Type: Contract, 1 month (October 5 th - November 6 th )
  
  
• Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 AM-4:30 PM; Friday, 7:30 AM-3:00 PM
  
  
• Hours: 40 hours per week

LaSalle Network is partnering with a client to hire an Accounts Payable Coordinator for a one-month contract opportunity in downtown Chicago. If you're an accounting professional who knows your way around invoice processing, vendor relationships and payment activities, this is your chance to jump into a fast-paced accounting department and make an immediate impact. We're looking for an organized, detail-oriented Accounts Payable Coordinator who can hit the ground running and keep daily AP operations moving.



What's the job?

• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice review, coding and processing.
  
  
• Perform two-way and three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders and supporting documentation.
  
  
• Review invoices and check requests for accuracy, proper coding and required approvals.
  
  
• Prioritize payments based on vendor terms and available early-payment discounts.
  
  
• Support check runs, process check requests and distribute payments.
  
  
• Maintain vendor accounts, establish vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries.
  
  
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies and resolve outstanding issues.
  
  
• Audit corporate credit card statements and process employee expense reports.
  
  
• Maintain accurate accounting records and support month-end close, audits and annual 1099 reporting.
  
  
• Assist with vendor compliance documentation, incoming mail and special accounting projects.

What's needed?

• 1-3 years of accounts payable or accounting experience.
  
  
• Experience with invoice processing, vendor maintenance and account reconciliations.
  
  
• Understanding of two-way and three-way matching and full-cycle AP workflows.
  
  
• Experience processing credit card transactions and employee expense reports.
  
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  
  
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
  
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
  
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field preferred.
  
  
• Experience with CMiC, Concur, other ERP systems, electronic invoice workflows or document management systems preferred.

What's in it for me?

• Earn $28-$34 per hour on a 40-hour-per-week contract.
  
  
• Gain hands-on experience across invoice processing, vendor management, reconciliations and month-end close.
  
  
• Join a collaborative accounting team where your work will make an immediate difference.

Ready to put your AP expertise to work? Apply today to connect with Riley Newton at LaSalle Network and explore this short-term opportunity to make a meaningful impact.


Riley Newton
Accounting & Finance Recruiter
LaSalle Network


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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, 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.