AP Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract)

Location: Fully Remote (Ideally able to visit Chicago office once per month)
Employment Type: 3-month contract covering medical leave (potential for extension)
Compensation: Up to $27/hour
Benefits: LaSalle Network contractors have the opportunity to enroll in benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

We’re partnering with a global management consulting firm known for its strategy, AI, and digital transformation work. The team helps leading organizations solve complex business challenges and operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

As an Accounts Payable Specialist , you’ll support the finance team during year-end and audit season while covering a temporary leave. You’ll handle high-volume AP processing, vendor communication, invoice review, and 1099 preparation with a focus on accuracy and timely execution. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical accounting professional who is comfortable working remotely and thrives in dynamic settings.

What You’ll Do:

• Process high-volume Accounts Payable (~600 invoices/month)
• Review and enter vendor, contractor, and external coach invoices
• Manage the AP inbox and respond to vendor payment inquiries
• Follow up on missing, incorrect, or incomplete invoice documentation
• Assist with weekly and monthly payment processing in Certinia/FinancialForce
• Support 1099 preparation in January
• Help with prepaid expense allocations and basic accounting entries
• Provide support for year-end close and audit requests
• Complete accuracy checks, data entry, and light general accounting tasks

What You’ll Bring:

• Accounting degree strongly preferred
• Prior experience in Accounts Payable required
• Comfort handling high-volume invoice processing
• Intermediate Excel skills (PT/VLU) required
• Analytical mindset and ability to understand processes – not just perform data entry
• Experience working remotely and ramping quickly in new systems
• Ability to manage heavier workload during month-end and audit cycles
• Understanding of:
• Debits & credits
• Prepaid expense entries
• Invoice coding and matching
• Candidate MUST HAVE or be willing to learn: Certinia / FinancialForce
• Experience with other accounting/ERP systems (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Rootstock, Accounting Seed, etc.) welcomed

What’s in It for You:

• Highly flexible schedule (10–20 hours/week; heavier at month end, lighter mid-month)
• Fully remote role with optional monthly office visit
• Opportunity to support a respected global consulting firm during a high-impact time
• Exposure to year-end close, audit processes, and 1099 preparation
• Collaborative and supportive finance team (Amanda – Finance Manager; Olivia – Head of Finance)
• Potential for extension or conversion to full-time
• Company closed Christmas through New Year’s

Compensation: Up to $27/hour
Benefits: LaSalle Network contractors are eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance.

If you’re a detail-oriented AP professional who enjoys fast-paced environments, high-volume processing, and providing accurate financial support, this Accounts Payable Specialist position is the opportunity you’ve been looking for. Bring your AP expertise and analytical mindset to a team that values flexibility, collaboration, and precision – apply today!

Ellie Chestler
Recruiter, Accounting & Finance
LaSalle Network