Grant Accounting Consultant Job at The LaSalle Group in Chicago

Are you an experienced and analytical accountant looking to bring your skillsets to a mission-driven organization in the heart of Chicago? LaSalle Network is seeking a dedicated Grant Accounting Consultant to join one of our largest not for profit clients! If you have experience managing grant tracking and budgeting in the nonprofit sector and are looking to bring your expertise to a meaningful cause, this role is for you!

Grant Accounting Consultant Responsibilities:

• Oversee the financial management of state and federal grants that fuel their mission
• Ensure grant compliance and ethical use of funds to maximize their impact on beneficiaries
• Meticulously track and categorize grant-related expenses to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Foster trust with funders with the preparation of accurate and transparent monthly reports for grant spending

Grant Accounting Consultant Requirements:

• Possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related business field
• 5+ years of experience in grant management within the non-profit or research institute sector
• Combine your advanced Excel skills with the ability to understand, analyze and interpret financial data in various formats

Do you have a desire to contribute to a meaningful cause? If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for managing finances in the non-profit sector, we encourage you to apply for this Grant Accounting Consultant role today!

Thank you,

Sarah Carpenter
Project Manager, Accounting & Finance
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, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare 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 and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here