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Interim Assistant Controller

$40 - $50 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary
Work Model: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 161296
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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We’re moving fast to hire an Interim Assistant Controller for a high-impact contract role from now through September. This Interim Assistant Controller position is perfect for someone who can lead month-end close, navigate nonprofit funding and confidently partner across teams. You won’t just keep the books, you’ll help shape financial strategy.


What’s the job?
  • Drive monthly, and yearly close with accuracy and efficiency
  • Prepare and analyze financial reports with leadership
  • Oversee grant billing and track funder compliance
  • Lead audit coordination and resolve findings
  • Partner with program leaders on financial performance
  • Manage and mentor a Senior Accountant

What’s needed?
  • Deep accounting expertise and MEC ownership
  • Experience in nonprofit/funder environments
  • Leadership or mentorship experience (3–5 years ideal)
  • Systems experience: Financial Edge highly preferred
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

What’s in it for me?
  • Compensation: $40–$43/hour
  • Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits – https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/ 
  • Location: River North, Chicago
  • Work Model: Hybrid (2 days onsite)

If you’re a hands-on leader ready to step into an Interim Assistant Controller role and hit the ground running, we want to hear from you.


Thank you,



Allee Struve
Recruiting Lead
LaSalle Network
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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 and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, 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

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