AP Clerk

The LaSalle Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

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Job summary

The LaSalle Network is hiring an Accounts Payable Coordinator for a one-month, on-site contract in downtown Chicago. The role focuses on invoice processing, matching, and timely payments to vendors while supporting month-end activities.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of AP experience, strong Excel skills, and an Associate degree in Accounting or Finance. This contract runs October 5 through November 6, with on-site work in Chicago.

Qualifications

• Experience in full-cycle AP workflows and invoice processing.
• Ability to review invoices, provide proper coding, and obtain approvals.
• Strong vendor management and reconciliation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable processing and coding.
• Perform two-way and three-way matching of invoices and POs.
• Prioritize payments based on terms and discounts.
• Support check runs and distribute payments to vendors.
• Maintain vendor records and respond to inquiries.
• Assist with month-end close and 1099 reporting.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Invoice processing

Vendor maintenance

Reconciliations

Payment processing

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

CMiC

Concur

Job description

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

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.