ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED

State of Illinois

Springfield, IL

Agency: Department of Public Health Class Title: ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED - 00133

Office: Finance & Administration

Division: Accounting Services

Posting ID: 13-25-0154 / 44201

Posted: 1/15/25 - 1/30/25

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,179; Full Range $5,179 - $7,341/month Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 1 Plan/BU: RC062

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number:

13-25-0154 / 44201

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 state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of 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 Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to perform highly complex professional accounting and audit work and maintain records in support of assigned accounts for the Department. Assists supervisor with the reconciliation of expenditures and obligations. Serves as liaison between the Fiscal Control Office and the various offices fiscal staff in an advisory capacity regarding document errors, methods, corrections and interpretation and implementation of new rules and regulations established by regulating agencies and bodies. Serves as lead worker.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
13-14 paid holidays per year
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: .

Essential Functions

Independently performs highly complex professional accounting and audit work and maintains records in support of assigned accounts for the Department.
Assists supervisor with the reconciliation of expenditure and obligation reports.
Serves as liaison between the Fiscal Control Office and the various offices' fiscal accounting staff in an advisory capacity regarding document errors, methods, corrections, and interpretation and implementation of new rules and regulations established by regulating agencies or bodies such as the Office of the Comptroller, the Travel Control Board, the Department of Central Management Services, Office of the Chief Procurement Officer and those imposed by Department.
Serves as designated lead worker.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, with courses in business administration and accounting.
Requires two (2) years of professional experience in accounting, external auditing, budgetary planning and control or public accounting.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Work Location: 535 W Jefferson St Springfield, IL 62702-5076

Agency Contact: View email address on illinois.jobs2web.com

Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

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