Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

LaSalle Network is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist for an immediate contract opportunity with a leading global trading and financial services organization in downtown Chicago. Following a recent Oracle implementation, the accounting team is navigating parallel processing, organizational changes and increased transaction volume. As a result, they are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist who can step in quickly, make an immediate impact and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This is not a traditional invoice-processing role. The ideal Accounts Payable Specialist will bring strong accounting judgment, understand how accounts payable impacts the general ledger and feel comfortable working within a complex, multi-entity, multi-currency environment. Strong performers may have the opportunity to extend beyond the initial contract term.

What's the job?

• Process and review high-volume accounts payable transactions, averaging approximately 1,000 invoices per month
• Manage invoice approvals, coding and payment processing across multiple entities
• Support journal entries and account reconciliations related to AP activity
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues
• Work within Oracle ERP while supporting ongoing transition activities
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies
• Collaborate with accounting leadership to maintain accurate financial reporting
• Support AP operations in a global, multi-currency environment

What's needed?

• 2-3+ years of experience as an Accounts Payable Specialist or in a similar accounting-focused AP role
• Experience working in a global, multi-currency environment
• Understanding of journal entries, reconciliations and AP-to-GL processes
• ERP experience required;
  Oracle experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred
• Ability to work independently with minimal training or ramp-up time
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and accounting judgment
• Financial services or similarly complex industry experience is highly preferred

What's in it for me?

• $30-$35/hour compensation
• LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit
• Exposure to a sophisticated global accounting and finance organization
• Direct interaction with senior accounting leadership
• Opportunity to gain Oracle ERP experience during a major transformation
• Potential for contract extension based on performance
• Free breakfast and lunch provided onsite daily

Key Details

• Compensation: $30-$35/hour
• Benefits:
  LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit
• Location:
  
  Chicago, IL
• Work Model:
  Fully onsite, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.
  
  -5 p.m.

If you're an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist looking for a challenging opportunity where your accounting expertise will be valued from day one, apply today.