Team Lead, Accounting and Finance at LaSalle Network
This fall, don’t just watch the leaves change—make a change in your career. Our client, a growing manufacturing organization in Alsip, IL is looking for a detail-oriented Inventory Accountant who’s ready to take on new challenges and grow alongside a collaborative finance and operations team.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to put down roots in a stable, thriving company while expanding your accounting expertise, this could be the perfect next step.
Inventory Accountant - What You’ll Do
- Handle full-cycle accounting: accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, journal entries, and account reconciliations
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis tied to manufacturing operations
- Track inventory, COGS, and production expenses
- Perform job cost accounting (labor, material, and overhead)
- Review and reconcile work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods inventory
- Ensure accurate allocation of manufacturing overhead and production costs
- Assist with internal and external audits
- Partner with operations and production teams to provide financial insights for process improvement and cost savings
Inventory Accountant - What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
- 2+ years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment (required)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles
- Experience with job costing, inventory accounting, and production reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
Inventory Accountant - Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Sage 100 or other ERP systems used in manufacturing
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Inventory Accountant - Why Join Us
- Collaborative, supportive, and growth-focused culture
- Exposure to end-to-end accounting in manufacturing
- Opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career
Thank you,
Jessica Xiques
Accounting/Finance Recruiter
LaSalle Network
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. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.
All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Contract
Job function
- Accounting/Auditing and Finance
- Industries
- Staffing and Recruiting
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