Fiscal Compliance CPA — GAAP, Audits & Reporting

Illinoiscomptroller; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Health, vision, dental insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays & leave

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a DOC Fiscal Compliance Certified Public Accountant to prepare GAAP-compliant journal entries and financial evaluations. The role supports auditors and external parties, ensuring accuracy in financial information and compliance with SAMS procedures.

Essential functions include compiling reports, reviewing records, certifying funds, and liaising with auditors. Travel to on-site reviews is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with coursework in auditing, business management, public administration, economics, accounting or related subjects.
• Three years of professional auditing or accounting experience.
• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant.

Responsibilities

• Extract, quantify and compile dollar amounts and convert to accrual basis for reports.
• Complete Comptroller SCO forms (computerized or manual).
• Review financial records to ensure accuracy before GAAP packages.
• Certify quarterly and other financial reports for funds and accounts.
• Serve as liaison to external auditors and Legislative Audit Commission.
• Travel for on-site reviews of grant programs and sub-recipients.

Skills

Auditing experience

Accounting experience

CPA certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related subjects

Certified Public Accountant

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Adobe Pro

Job description

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a DOC Fiscal Compliance Certified Public Accountant to prepare GAAP-compliant journal entries and financial evaluations. The role supports auditors and external parties, ensuring accuracy in financial information and compliance with SAMS procedures.

Essential functions include compiling reports, reviewing records, certifying funds, and liaising with auditors. Travel to on-site reviews is required.