Accounting Clerk – AP & Payroll

Location: Gurnee, Illinois

Full time Role

Pay: $22–$25 per hour, based on experience

Position Summary:

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Clerk to support one of our clients in a fully on-site, part-time capacity. This role will primarily focus on Accounts Payable and Payroll functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of financial transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of basic accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and verify invoices, expense reports, and payment requests

• Prepare and issue payments to vendors in a timely manner

• Reconcile AP transactions and resolve discrepancies

• Assist with bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll processing

• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and AP matters

• Support month-end closing activities related to AP and payroll

• File and maintain financial documents in accordance with company policies

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in accounting or related field preferred

• 3+ years of experience in accounts payable and/or payroll

• Payroll experience preferred

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Additional Information:

• This is a part-time position (24 hours per week)

• On-site attendance is required; remote work is not available for this role

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www-uat.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.