Financial Reporting Section Manager Job Details | State of Illinois

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Pension plan

Paid parental leave

Deferred compensation

Sick days

Vacation days

Personal days

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Division of Finance, Bureau of Fiscal Operations is seeking a Financial Reporting Section Manager to oversee the department's GAAP reporting processes, directing and coordinating staff activities. The role emphasizes strong leadership in fiscal operations with a focus on accurate financial reporting.

Ideal candidates have a four-year college education with accounting/budgeting coursework and at least four years of supervisory accounting

Qualifications

• Requires a four-year college degree, preferably with courses in fiscal management, accounting, and budgeting.
• Minimum four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in accounting, external auditing or budgetary planning and control, or public accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee GAAP reporting processes for the Department.
• Supervise staff in the Financial Reporting Section.
• Establish and implement accounting policies and procedures.
• Monitor and analyze automated accounting systems for GAAP compliance.
• Coordinate data collection from bureaus and other agencies.
• Plan strategically to address accounting needs and interfaces with SAMS.

Skills

GAAP reporting

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Fiscal management

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

SAMS

State financial systems

Job description

Financial Reporting Section Manager

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: Sep 29, 2026

Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID: 59101

BPIS: 10737

Opening Date: 09/29/2026

Closing Date: 10/13/2026

Agency: Department of Healthcare and Family Services

Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)

Skill Option: Fiscal Management/Accounting/Budget/ Internal Audit/Insurance/Financial

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $10,500 - $12,500/mo.

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: None

Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need

Headquarter Location: 2200 Churchill Rd, Springfield, Illinois, 62702

Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

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 Healthcare and Family Services, Division of Finance, Bureau of Fiscal Operations is seeking to hire a General Accounting and Technical Support Section Manager. This position is responsible for overseeing the Department's annual GAAP reporting processes through planning, directing, evaluating, and coordinating the operations and activities of the General Accounting and Technical Support Section. The ideal candidate will possess experience assuming fiscal management responsibilities in State government, or a private/public organization. They should be highly motivated with strong management and leadership skills. Experience with programs related to accounting and external auditing or budgetary planning activities and operational systems is desired. Advanced degrees, professional certifications, or continuing education with relevance to the Department's mission are preferred.

HFS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.

Essential Functions

• Subject to management approval, serves as Financial Reporting Section Manager for the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), Division of Finance, Bureau of Fiscal Operations by overseeing the Department's annual Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) reporting processes through planning, directing, evaluating, and coordinating the operations and activities of staff responsible for financial reporting in accordance with GAAP statements
• Serves as full line supervisor
• Establishes, directs, and implements accounting policy, methods, and procedures relative to the operation of the Financial Reporting Section
• Monitors, reviews, and analyzes automated accounting systems and procedures within the Department to ensure procedures, controls, and interfaces to the Department's accounting system are implemented in accordance with GAAP, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and requirements of the Illinois Office of the Comptroller's (IOC) Statewide Accounting Management System (SAMS) Manual
• Evaluates policies and procedures affecting the Department's financial reporting
• Supervises and coordinates the collection of financial information and other data as needed from bureaus within HFS and other agencies
• Conducts strategic planning and prioritizes to ensure that accounting needs of the department and interfaces with the Department's accounting system are addressed
• 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 (4) years of college, preferably with courses in fiscal management, accounting, and budgeting
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in accounting, external auditing or budgetary planning and control, or public accounting

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience working with the principles of governmental accounting, auditing theory, accounting principles, methods, and procedures
• Three (3) years of experience preparing or reviewing comprehensive accounting reports in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements
• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Three (3) years of experience assuming fiscal management responsibilities for government and/or private programs ensuring compliance with federal and State statutes, rules, and regulations
• Four (4) years of supervisory experience with management and leadership skills
• A master's degree in business administration, finance, public administration, accounting, and/or economics
• Three (3) years of professional experience communicating with Certified Public Accountant (CPA) firms, an Office of the Auditor General, and/or an Office of the Comptroller
• Three (3) years of professional experience with State financial systems or any financial accounting system
• Twenty-seven (27) semester hours of college accounting courses

Conditions of Employment

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history
• 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 includes the ability to work evenings and weekends
• Requires the ability to utilize and maintain state issued equipment such as a laptop
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate
• 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

About the Agency

At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well-being. We provide healthcare coverage for children and adults through Medicaid and other medical programs, and we help ensure that children receive financial resources from both their parents through Child Support Services. The HFS Office of the Inspector General investigates, audits and reviews program activity to ensure the integrity of our programs is maintained.

HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. HFS is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits Statement

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. (Remote work may be an option for certain positions.)
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
• New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
• Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
• (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)

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 General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor ("OEIG") or may be subject to a fine.

Term Appointment

Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Healthcare and Family Services's discretion.

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.

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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