Accountant (Upward Mobility)- Sangamon County

Illinois Comptroller; Springfield, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation days

Pension plan

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Illinois Department of Labor in Springfield, IL seeks an Accountant to maintain financial records, reconcile accounts, and support AR activities. The role requires strong knowledge of accounting principles and experience with ERP systems, with a focus on accuracy and timely reporting.

Two years of related experience preferred, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and hybrid/onsite work options.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of accounting principles and methods.
• Experience with accounts receivable and financial reports preferred.
• Proficiency with SAP ERP or similar ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains financial records/ledgers for designated funds.
• Reconciles transactions between systems and manages accounts receivable.
• Supports preparation of accounting reports and financial statements.
• Performs regular audits to ensure accuracy of records.
• Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Financial reporting

Auditing

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

SAP ERP

SharePoint

Job description

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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

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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.

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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.

Job Requisition ID: 59090
Opening Date: 09/29/2026
Closing Date: 10/14/2026
Agency: Department of Labor
Class Title: ACCOUNTANT - 00130
Skill Option: UMP Certificate
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5127 monthly; Full Range $5127 - $7135 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm (M-F) Flex Schedules Available
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 4 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location: 524 S 2nd St, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Danielle Routh [e-mail]

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

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

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.

As a State of Illinois Department of Labor employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)

Position Overview

The Accountant position is at our Springfield, IL office located at 524 S. 2nd Street Springfield, IL. This position reports to the Fiscal Supervisor in the Fiscal Department. This unique opportunity offers an exceptional benefit package to include health insurance, including eye care and dental, deferred compensation, life insurance and retirement. If you desire to become a valued member of a hard-working and respected team and up for a challenge or a change in your career, please take this opportunity to apply for this rewarding and gratifying position.

Essential Functions

• Establishes and maintains financial records/ledgers, primarily for Fund 251 (DOL Special State Trust Fund) using standard automated and manual systems for departmental programs.
• Work with Advanced Accountant to maintain and reconcile financial transactions between SharePoint and the case management system with SAP.
• Assists with the Department’s Accounts Receivables and collection records.
• Serves as back up for the other accounting functions which are performed in Federal Reporting and Grants, including but not limited to reconciliations, maintaining ledgers, and other accounting functions at the same or lower level as assigned by supervisor.
• Performs regular audits to ensure financial records and transactions are accurate.
• Performs other duties as 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.
• Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program, may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience with accounts receivable functions.
• Two (2) years of professional experience with accounting principles, methods, and procedures.
• Two (2) years of professional experience with accounting reports.
• One (1) year experience with Electronic System Application and Products such as (SAP) including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
• This position is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. This job may require a good deal of walking or standing, or involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls.
• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Agency Statement

The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is one of Illinois' most important and dynamic Agencies. With an annual budget of $27.5 million, and an authorized staff of more than 143 full-time employees, IDOL has the capacity and capability to provide administration and enforcement of over 25 labor and safety laws. Through enforcement, education, compliance assistance, and community partnerships, IDOL works to protect workers’ wages, welfare, working conditions, and workplace safety while helping employers understand and meet their legal responsibilities. The Department of Labor is committed to fostering safe, fair, and equitable workplaces for all Illinois workers and safeguarding the public through the regulation of amusement rides and to ensure compliance with all other labor standards.

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.

Revolving Door:

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector Generalfor the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

Statement of Economic Interest:
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).