Accountant Supervisor at Illinois Department of Human Services

Wheaton; Centralia (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accountant Supervisor to lead specialized accounting work at a developmental center. This role involves overseeing financial practices, preparing fiscal reports, and guiding staff in the state's accounting system. Join a dedicated team that values compassion and equity while providing vital services to the community. With opportunities for career advancement and a robust benefits package, this position offers a fulfilling career path in public service. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the expertise in accounting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension Program

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Personal Business Days

Paid Sick Days

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in business administration or accounting.
• Two years of professional experience in accounting or auditing.

Responsibilities

• Oversees technical accounting work and maintains comprehensive accounts.
• Assists in budget preparation and audit preparation.

Skills

Accounting

Budget Planning

Auditing

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Accounting

Tools

SAP Accounting System

Job description

Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: ACCOUNTANT SUPERVISOR - 00135
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5,703 - $8,170 per month ($68,436 - $98,040 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Clinton
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062

Posting Identification Number: 45414

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 Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire an Accountant Supervisor for the Murray Developmental Center located in Centralia, Illinois to serve as a working supervisor. Performs highly-responsible specialized technical accounting work in the application of accounting and financial practices. Maintains comprehensive accounts for the Murray Developmental Center. Oversees the inventory system in relation to procurements and vouchering. Assists in budget preparation, audit preparation and procurement.

Essential Functions

• Performs highly responsible specialized technical accounting work in the application of accounting and financial practices utilizing the state’s accounting system.
• Prepares fiscal reports for review by the Business Administrator.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Provides oversight and direction to staff regarding the state's accounting system.
• Assists the Business Administrator with budget preparation and completion.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience performing complex accounting and auditing work involving all phases of accounting, budget execution and development for a public or private organization.
• Two (2) years of professional experience using the SAP (Systems, Application and Products) accounting system.
• Two (2) years of professional experience preparing fiscal reports, internal and external reports and audit preparation reports for a public or private organization.
• Two (2) years of professional experience reviewing detailed work including written or numerical data and making calculations accurately.
• Two (2) years of professional experience supervising staff engaged in general accounting budgetary or external auditing activities.
• Two (2) years of professional experience communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Two (2) years of basic proficiency in Microsoft, Word, Excel, etc.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

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

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Murray Developmental Center

Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

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

• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: Illinois Benefits

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: