Accounting Manager, Non-Profit

$30 - $40 hourly

Job Category:Accounting & Finance

Position Type:Contract / Temporary

Work Model:Hybrid

Location:Chicago, IL  [Hybrid]

Job ID:125966

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Job Description
Are you an experienced Accounting Manager with a passion for making a positive impact on society? Have you proven success through being detail-oriented and possessing a highly professional demeanor? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our client, a non-profit organization as an Accounting Manager.

LaSalle Network has partnered with a well-established non-profit organization local to Chicago. Their organization works tirelessly to bring high quality education to grade levels K-12 for students across the Chicagoland area. They are committed to creating a better future and are seeking a dedicated Accounting Manager to help us secure the funding needed to make a lasting difference.

Accounting Manager Responsibilities:
  • Identify and research potential grant opportunities that align with our organization's mission and goals
  • Prepare and submit compelling grant proposals, ensuring accuracy, compliance and adherence to all deadlines
  • Manage the grant application process, including gathering necessary documentation and collaborating with various teams within the organization to collect required information
  • Develop and maintain relationships with grant-making organizations, foundations and other potential funding sources
  • Monitor and track grant deliverables, report requirements and ensure compliance with grant agreements
  • Collaborate with program managers and finance team to ensure proper budgeting and financial reporting related to grants
  • Maintain accurate records of all grants, applications, reports and related documentation
  • Stay informed about grant trends, best practices and changes in regulations, ensuring the organization remains up-to-date and competitive in the grant landscape
  • Assist in the evaluation and assessment of grant-funded projects to measure impact and success

Accounting Manager Requirements:
  • Extensive grant management experience, preferably in the non-profit sector
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple grants and deadlines simultaneously
  • Highly professional demeanor with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of grant research and identification techniques, as well as experience in developing and submitting successful grant proposals
  • Familiarity with grant compliance and reporting requirements
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and critically
  • Proficiency in using grant management software and tools
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently while also collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., non-profit management, business administration, communications, etc.) is preferred, but equivalent experience will also be considered

Thank you,

Doug Warriner
Project Manager
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.

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