Senior Accountant

LaSalle Network; Ashton Township (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life insurance

Profit sharing & 401(k)

Onsite fitness center

Onsite nurse

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

LaSalle Network is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our onsite team in Ashton, IL. This role combines strong technical accounting expertise with a hands-on, collaborative approach in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate will lead close processes, manage GL accounts, and coordinate with auditors and tax preparers across multi-state compliance. A manufacturing/cost accounting background and advanced Excel skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Manufacturing or cost accounting experience required.
• Strong inventory accounting, cost analysis, and variance reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to interact across all levels.
• Thrive in a high-volume onsite environment with multiple deadlines.
• Analytical and proactive, hands-on with ownership mindset.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and create GL accounts, macro groupings, and system formats to support accurate and meaningful financial statements.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including preparing schedules and coordinating information for auditors.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers to support multi-state income tax compliance; complete select state filings internally.
• Assist Controller with cash management, including payment planning, approvals, releases, and weekly cash projections.
• Review and approve monthly benefit invoices prior to AP processing.
• Analyze inventory activity and variances, including data collection, reporting, and interpretation—leveraging cost accounting principles in a manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with Accounting and department managers to develop the annual operating budget; monitor performance and investigate variances.
• Proactively identify, communicate, and help resolve financial issues in a timely manner.
• Partner with the Accounting team to prepare formal financial presentation materials for internal leadership and external stakeholders.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for designated accounts.
• Compile property valuations and business interruption data for annual insurance renewals and report relevant incidents or changes.
• Support Purchasing with lease-versus-buy analyses and other financial evaluations.
• Assist in generating annual employee benefits statements.
• Respond to information requests and provide financial support to internal departments.
• Offer guidance and problem-solving support to team members across the organization.
• Provide backup coverage for various accounting functions within the department.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Come grow with us! We’re looking for a Senior Accountant who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive, hands‑on approach in a collaborative, in‑person environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with others, building relationships across departments, and contributing as a visible part of a fast‑moving team.

The right candidate will be able to step in quickly, take ownership, and make an immediate impact—balancing independent work with strong cross‑functional collaboration. If you thrive in a high‑volume setting, communicate effectively in person, and take pride in accuracy and accountability, this is a great opportunity to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and create GL accounts, macro groupings, and system formats to support accurate and meaningful financial statements.


• Lead month‑end and year‑end close activities, including preparing schedules and coordinating information for auditors.


• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.


• Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers to support multi‑state income tax compliance (quarterly payments, annual returns/reports); complete select state filings internally.


• Assist Controller with cash management, including payment planning, approvals, releases, and weekly cash projections.


• Review and approve monthly benefit invoices prior to AP processing.


• Analyze inventory activity and variances, including data collection, reporting, and interpretation—leveraging cost accounting principles in a manufacturing environment.


• Collaborate with Accounting and department managers to develop the annual operating budget; monitor performance and investigate variances.


• Proactively identify, communicate, and help resolve financial issues in a timely manner.


• Partner with the Accounting team to prepare formal financial presentation materials for internal leadership and external stakeholders.


• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for designated accounts.


• Compile property valuations and business interruption data for annual insurance renewals and report relevant incidents or changes.


• Support Purchasing with lease‑versus‑buy analyses and other financial evaluations.


• Assist in generating annual employee benefits statements.


• Respond to information requests and provide financial support to internal departments.


• Offer guidance and problem‑solving support to team members across the organization.


• Provide backup coverage for various accounting functions within the department.

We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred


• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience


• Manufacturing and/or cost accounting experience required


• Strong understanding of inventory accounting, cost analysis, and variance reporting


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX, etc.)


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally across all levels


• Ability to thrive in a high‑volume, fast‑paced, onsite environment with multiple deadlines


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a hands‑on, ownership‑driven mindset


• Detail‑oriented with a high level of accuracy and accountability

Why Join?

• Competitive salary: $95,000–$100,000 annually


• Contract‑to‑hire opportunity with long‑term growth potential


• Eligibility to earn an annual bonus


• Outstanding benefits package including:
  
  
  
  • Health insurance
  
  
  • Dental
  
  
  • Vision
  
  
  • Disability
  
  
  • Life insurance
  
  
  • Profit sharing & 401(k)
  
  
  
  


• Onsite fitness center


• Onsite nurse


• Paid time off


• 11 paid holidays

Additional Details

• Location: Ashton, IL (fully onsite)


• Employment Type: Contract‑to‑hire


• Schedule: Full‑time, standard business hours

Benefits

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


• Perm: Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance with a 401(k)

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

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