Accountant

Governor of Illinois; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking an Accountant for the Office of Fiscal Management in Springfield. The role analyzes semi-monthly activity reports for accuracy and allocability, codes to federal/grant programs, and reconciles with the Comptroller and budget office.

You will prepare vendor payments and maintain salary source data for projections. Ideal candidates have a four-year college background in accounting or related fields, with knowledge of accounting and auditing

Qualifications

• Requires four years of college with courses in business administration and accounting or four years of technical accounting experience.
• Preferred knowledge of accounting and auditing theory, laws and regulations.
• One year of technical accounting experience applying accounting theory to routine problems.
• One year of professional accounting or budgetary planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Under ORC supervision, perform professional accounting work.
• Conduct personal services budgetary planning and control.
• Examine payroll documents for accuracy.
• Handle monthly billings from automotive fuel and repair vendors.
• Prepare and update monthly budget projection documents.
• Maintain complex capital and operating accounts for the Office of Resource Conservation.
• Serve as designated lead worker.

Skills

Accounting theory

Auditing theory

Budgetary planning

Payroll accuracy

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

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

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Sangamon

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME

Merit Comp Code: N/A

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 conduct analysis of semi-monthly activity reports from Office of Resource Conservation personnel for accuracy and allocability to various programs including federal grant projects; compile report information for coding to various programs including those used for federal reimbursement; maintain accurate salary level source information for personal services projections for the Office of Resource Conservation; reconcile accounting data with the Comptroller’s Office and the Office of Management and Budget; and prepare Division vendor payment documents for operation of Automotive Expenses for Office Director’s signature. We welcome all qualified and interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

Essential Functions

• Under direction of the ORC Fiscal Officer, performs professional accounting work.
• Performs personal services budgetary planning and control.
• Examines payroll documents for accuracy.
• Receives monthly billings from automotive fuel and repair vendors.
• Prepares and updates monthly documents used in budget projections and the final budget.
• Maintains complex capital and operating accounts for the Office of Resource Conservation.
• 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 years of college, with courses in business administration and accounting or four years of technical accounting experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of professional accounting and auditing theory, principles, methods, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations relating to state or non-state accounting or auditing procedures.
• One (1) year of technical experience performing detailed work involving the application of accounting theory to routine accounting or auditing problems.
• One (1) year of professional experience in accounting or budgetary planning and control.

Conditions of Employment

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

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

DNR 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, processes 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 operational procedures, to include the review of fiscally related procedures to ensure compliance with all rules, regulations, and accounting standard.

Work Hours

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

Headquarter Location

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

Work County

Sangamon

Agency Contact

Vicky Fowler

Email

[e-mail]

Phone #

217-785-8588

Posting Group

Fiscal, Finance & Procurement

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).

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

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