ACCOUNTANT

Illinois Department of Natural Resources; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UMP Certificate

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking an Accountant for the Office of Fiscal Management in Springfield. This role analyzes, extracts and compiles data for grants while monitoring cash flow and assisting in annual budget submissions to the OMB and General Assembly for the Office of Mines and Minerals.

The position requires a four-year college degree in business administration and accounting, plus GAAP experience.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with courses in business administration and accounting.
• Two (2) years of experience performing detailed work involving the application of accounting theory to routine accounting or auditing problems.
• Two (2) years of technical working experience evaluating accounting problems of moderate difficulty and analyzing and interpreting less complex accounting records and reports.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of assignments with primary emphasis on Federal grant reporting activities and acts as primary GAAP filing coordinator for the Office of Mines & Minerals (OMM).
• Tracks expenditures on spreadsheets and maintain files.
• Manages petty cash accounts for the Office of Mines and Minerals.
• Monitors all cash flow for the Office of Mines and Minerals.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Education

Four-year college degree in business administration and accounting

Job description

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Date: Oct 14, 2026

Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID

59346

Opening Date

10/14/2026

Closing Date

10/28/2026

Agency

Department of Natural Resources

Class Title

ACCOUNTANT - 00130

Skill Option

UMP Certificate

Bilingual Option

None

Salary

Starting Salary: $5,127 a month; Full Range: $5,127 - $7,135 a month

Job Type

Salaried

Category

Full Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Bargaining Unit Code

RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME

Merit Comp Code

N/A

Work Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability

3 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

Headquarter Location

IDNR Headquarters, 1 Natural Resources Wy, Springfield, Illinois, 62702

Work County

Sangamon

Union Position

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

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 Natural Resources is seeking to hire an Accountant for the Office of Fiscal Management. This position will analyze, extract and compile date for the US Dept of Labor grants, grant supplements, US EPA grants and Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) grants. This position will monitor cash flow for the Office of Mines and Minerals (OMM) and assist in the preparation of the annual budget submission to the Office of Management and Budget and General Assembly for OMM by providing historical and projected fund information and gathering current information. We welcome all qualified and interested applicants who would like to be part of the team to apply today.

Essential Functions

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of assignments with primary emphasis on Federal grant reporting activities and acts as primary Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) filing coordinator for the Office of Mines & Minerals (OMM)
• Tracks expenditures on spreadsheets and maintain files
• Manages petty cash accounts for the Office of Mines and Minerals
• Monitors all cash flow for the Office of Mines and Minerals
• 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 years of college, with courses in business administration and accounting or four years of technical accounting experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience performing detailed work involving the application of accounting theory to routine accounting or auditing problems.
• Two (2) years of technical working experience evaluating accounting problems of moderate difficulty and analyzing and interpreting less complex accounting records and reports.
• Two (2) years of experience performing detailed work involving written or numerical data and ability to make arithmetical calculations rapidly and accurately, either manually or by machine.

Employment Conditions

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history

Agency Statement

Charged with preserving, protecting and promoting Illinois’ natural and cultural resources, Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites – and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including, vision health and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs.

Office of Fiscal Management

The Office of Fiscal Management develops budgets, processing payroll, administers workers compensation, manages audits, collects and records cash and receivables, tracks inventory and assets, processes vouchers, and conducts procurements, and holds responsibility for monitoring much of the Department’s operations procedures, to include and review of fiscally related procedures to ensure compliance with all rules, regulations, and accounting standards.

Upward Mobility Program (UMP)

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application. This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

Nearest Major Market: Springfield