Natalino Giacalone
About Natalino Giacalone
Natalino Giacalone is a financial services professional with over 10 years of experience in accounting across both public and private sectors. He currently serves as the Assistant Finance Director and Budget Manager at Lauterbach & Amen, LLP and holds a Master's degree in Accountancy from Dominican University.
Work at Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
Natalino Giacalone currently serves as the Assistant Finance Director and Budget Manager at Lauterbach & Amen, LLP. He has been in this role since 2021, contributing to the financial services sector in the Village of Glenview. His responsibilities include overseeing budget management and financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Current Role at Cook County Government
In addition to his position at Lauterbach & Amen, LLP, Natalino Giacalone works as the Deputy Budget Director in the Department of Budget & Management Services at Cook County Government. He has held this role since 2020, where he is involved in budget planning and management for the county, focusing on effective resource allocation.
Education and Expertise
Natalino Giacalone holds a Master of Science in Accountancy from Dominican University, where he studied at the Brennan School of Business. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Northeastern Illinois University. His educational background supports his extensive experience in accounting and finance, spanning over a decade in both private and public sectors.
Professional Experience
Giacalone has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles related to accounting and finance. He served as a Senior Accountant at The Workforce Board of Northern Cook County from 2009 to 2012, and later as a Fiscal Administrator for the City of Chicago from 2014 to 2018. His experience also includes roles at Children's Home + Aid and Cook County Government, where he managed grants and financial reporting.
Achievements in Accounting
Throughout his career, Natalino Giacalone has been recognized for his ability to ensure accounting, regulatory, and operational compliance. He has prepared customized reports, reconciliations, and analyses tailored to meet stakeholder needs. Additionally, he implemented process simplifications that significantly reduced processing time in financial operations.