Accountant

Champaign Unit 4 School District; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Board-paid IMRF contributions

Health/dental/term life insurance (100

Vision insurance at minimal employee\'

Job summary

Champaign Unit 4 Schools District in Champaign, IL seeks an Accountant/Finance professional to support the Business Office. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, GAAP knowledge, Excel proficiency, and ability to work with the district's ERP systems.

Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, with a preference for experience in school districts or governmental entities. Base salary starts at $85,000 with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field (required).
• GAAP knowledge and internal-control practices (required).
• Ability to reconcile accounts and prepare financial reports (required).
• Excel proficiency and ability to learn district ERP systems (required).
• Strong organization and multi-priority management (required).
• Effective communication and confidentiality (required).
• Experience in school district/government or related fields (preferred).
• Knowledge of GASB standards and Illinois school district accounting (preferred).
• Experience with district financial reporting, grants, audits, etc. (preferred).
• CPA/MBA/CSBO or credentials (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting tasks and financial reporting for the district.
• Reconcile accounts and analyze financial data for accuracy.
• Ensure confidentiality and sound professional judgment.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality duties

Collaboration across levels

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration or related field

Tools

ERP software

Financial management software

School business software

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Champaign Unit 4 School District

• Position Type: Support Staff (Non-Licensed)/ Accountant
• Date Posted: 9/4/2026
• Location: Administrative Center - Business Office
• Date Available: Immediately

Our Mission

• Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. (required)
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and fundamental accounting and internal-control practices. (required)
• Demonstrated ability to reconcile accounts, analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and prepare accurate financial reports. (required)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data analysis, and spreadsheet organization, and the ability to learn and effectively use the District's financial/ERP systems. (required)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and detailed financial records. (required)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with employees at all organizational levels. (required)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment. (required)
• Professional accounting experience in a school district, governmental entity, public accounting firm, or other complex organization. (preferred)
• Knowledge of governmental and fund accounting, including GASB standards and Illinois school district accounting practices. (preferred)
• Experience with school district financial reporting, grants, audits, capital projects, fixed assets, payroll accounting, or budget administration. (preferred)
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP), financial management, or school business software. (preferred)
• CPA, MBA, CSBO endorsement, or other relevant professional credential. (preferred)

Compensation

• The entry level base salary for this position is expected to be $85,000 plus highly competitive benefits, including 100% Board-paid IMRF contributions and 100% Board-paid employee-only health, dental, and term life insurance. There is a minimal employee cost for vision insurance. Additional compensation above the base is offered for those with previous successful experience. A copy of the DSP Salaries & Fringe Benefits document is attached. Questions about salaries or fringe benefits should be directed to the Human Resources Office.

Application Deadline

• This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews will be conducted as soon as a suitable pool of candidates is found.

More About Our Community

• Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.