Accountant - continuous post

Southern Illinois University Carbondale; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Illinois seeks entry-level accountants to assist in various fiscal functions across campus departments. The role involves applying accounting principles, reconciling financial statements, and preparing reports under supervision. Candidates will join a vibrant campus environment focused on educational excellence and community engagement.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Tuition Waiver Program

Generous paid time-off

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting or a closely related field for a minimum of three years.
• Education equivalent to a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Accounting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile reports and bank statements, noting errors or inconsistencies.
• Examine accounting records for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare financial statements and reports, manage cash accounts.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelors Degree in Accounting

Associates Degree in Accounting

Job description

Salary: $19.25 Hourly
Location : On Campus
Job Type: Civil Service
Job Number: 202500001
Department: Various Campus Departments
Opening Date: 12/19/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA:: Non-Exempt
Security/Safety Sensitive:: NA
Description
This posting does not necessarily represent an actual vacancy; but rather as open recruitment which allows interested applicants to submit materials for future vacancies within this classification.
The starting wage for this position is listed above. This position is represented by ACsE/IEA-NEA: Associate of Civil Service Employees. For more information regarding salary and other details please visit :
Employees in positions allocated to this level are entry-level professional accountants who apply accounting principles and practices to a limited range of accounting, budgeting, and/or other fiscal functions. They work under general supervision.
Examples of Duties
reconciles reports and bank statements, noting apparent errors or inconsistencies
examines accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards
reviews and approves documents (such as vouchers, requisitions and billing authorizations)
maintains appropriation and other subsidiary ledgers
prepares financial statements and reports
closes account books
routinely manages and reconciles cash accounts
prepares fiscal reports and assists with fiscal administration of grants and contracts.
assists in reconcilement of fixed assets
assists higher level accountants in evaluation, implementation, and operation of automated accounting systems
assists in financial analysis procedures
may supervise lower level staff
processes payroll
performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications

• Any one or any combination of the following, totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
  • Work experience and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field
  • College course work and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field (including 12 semester hours in accounting)
    • 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
    • Associates Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
    • 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
    • Bachelors Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)

Supplemental Information
Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.
Tips for Completing a Civil Service Application:
1. To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment.
2. Relevant part-time work experience will count towards the qualifications for this position and will be converted to full-time equivalence to calculate the total length of experience.
3. Upload all official transcripts to meet the educational requirements. If the job description specifies a minimum number of college hours, transcripts are mandatory for the successful processing of your application.
4. Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application, unless the same proof has already been submitted in a previous application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves).
5. After the position has closed, your application and supporting materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, including any specialty factors associated with this position. Those who qualify will move forward for Civil Service Examination/Testing.
6. Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from

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7. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at sucss.illinois.gov
About Civil Service Examination/Testing: The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of application materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, your application will move forward for examination/testing in which you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. This score will be emailed to the email address noted on your application. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.
Sponsorship for Work Authorization is not available. For more information visit
Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master's degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.
The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit:
SIU Carbondale is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status.
University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.
Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.
Other benefits available to eligible employees include: Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program and a Tuition Waiver Program.
For more information please visit:

https://hr.siu.edu/benefits/

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Describe your specific work experience reconciling reports and bank statements, noting apparent errors or inconsistencies.
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Describe your specific work experience with examining accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports for accuracy, completeness, and conforming to reporting procedural standards.
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Describe your specific work experience reviewing and approving documents (such as vouches, requisitions, and billing authorizations.
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Describe your specific work experience with maintaining appropriations and other subsidiary ledgers.
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Describe your specific work experience with processing payroll and other financial analysis procedures.
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