Job Title: ACCOUNTANT
Job Requisition ID: 46285
Closing Date: 04/23/2025
Agency: Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Class Title: ACCOUNTANT- 00130
Skill Option: UMP Certificate
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $4,766 monthly; Full Range $4,766- $6,632 monthly Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062
This position is a union position; therefore, the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract provisions apply to fill it.
Please provide a copy of your college transcripts for verification. Official transcripts are not required.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. Applications submitted via email or paper (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger-something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what career state you're looking for, we offer flexible jobs that fit your life and schedule and provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can use various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Office of Financial Management (OFM) seeks a talented accountant interested in grant administration and compliance. To meet the department's goals, OFM annually releases more than one billion dollars in assistance to local governments, non-profits, and small businesses. Accountants play a key role in reviewing and approving all financial components of more than 800 grants the department releases annually, which are essential for Illinois to meet its economic goals. By joining the team as a DCEO grant accountant, you will be part of the mission to execute grants and spur economic opportunity in Illinois. We welcome interested applicants who can oversee accounts and records of this State agency to apply.
Essential Functions
• Reviews and approves cash requests submitted by subgrantee.
• Performs technical accounting in maintaining cost ledgers and general journals, by fund or grant.
• Review, evaluate, and approve budgets, grants/loans, and subsequent contract modifications submitted by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Program Divisions.
• Reviews, records, and approves subgrant close-out packages, which report all financial activity by individual contract.
• Prepares complex internal reports involving detailed control accounts in accordance with the Grants Management System, containing financial data used in the planning, control, and evaluation of each subgrant agreement and grant program.
• Research State/Federal Regulations to draft, issue papers, reports, procedure clarifications, or memorandums pertinent to assigned responsibilities. • Provides technical assistance to subgrantees in reporting, vouchering and expenditure discrepancies.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, with courses in business administration and accounting or four (4) years of technical accounting experience.
Preferred Qualifications
• Prefers one (1) year of accounting experience with a public entity (state, local, or other).
• Prefers one (1) year of experience processing and/or administering grant program contracts ("grants").
• Prefers one (1) year of experience utilizing electronic accounting software, like SAP or other.
• Prefers intermediate knowledge of the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act and its requirements.
• Prefers intermediate level of expertise in the use of electronic spreadsheet software.
Conditions of Employment
• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history form.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois' world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois' reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.
Work Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Work Location: 1 W Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Agency Contact: CEO.HR@illinois.gov (FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE) Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the
Upward Mobility. Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. There are three categories of UMP titles:
1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam;
2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and
3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.
This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).
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