FISCAL OPERATIONS SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension program

Health benefits

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) seeks a Manager of Fiscal Systems to establish policies for IT systems that support financial reporting. The role develops training programs, coordinates system development with DoIT and stakeholders, and manages security access for fiscal systems.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in business analysis, process mapping, and end-user security, with relevant SAP experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Requires four years of professional experience in public or business administration implementing fiscal practices and policies.
• Requires three years’ experience with general accounting principles, financial reporting, or related fiscal field.
• Requires two years’ experience using SAP or similar accounting system.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and administers management information systems and business process improvement activities.
• Serves as liaison between Fiscal Operations, DoIT, vendors, and system users to coordinate system development and improvements.
• Administers enterprise security and governance for fiscal systems ensuring data integrity and access controls.
• Develops and delivers agency training, system documentation, and management reporting for fiscal information systems.
• Performs other duties within the scope of fiscal operations systems.

Skills

Public admin experience

Fiscal practices

SAP

IT training

Communication

Education

Master's in business/public administration

Bachelor's in business/public administration

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

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 25, 2026

Location:

Springfield, IL, US, 62701

Job Requisition ID: 58707

Job Requisition ID: 58707 Opening Date: 09/25/2026

Closing Date: 10/09/2026

Agency: Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

Class Title: MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS SPEC - 25583 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,195 monthly; Full Range $7,195 - $10,485 monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME

Merit Comp Code

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

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 2 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

Headquarter Location: 607 E Adams St, Springfield, Illinois, 62701

Work County: Sangamon

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 Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is seeking a manager of fiscal systems to establish policies and procedures for using information technology systems that support financial reporting. The Fiscal Operations Systems Manager (Management Systems Specialist) will develop and administer training programs for fiscal-related systems, engage with stakeholders regarding proper use and protocols for use of systems, and administer security access functions. The ideal candidate will be end‑user focused with skills in business analysis and process mapping, administering end‑user security protocols, and communicating requirements between fiscal and Information Technology (IT) staff. We welcome interested applicants with strong communication and technical skills to apply.

Essential Functions

• Under general Direction, serves as the Fiscal Operations Systems Administrator. Plans, directs, and administers management information systems and business process improvement activities supporting the Office of Fiscal Management to ensure the effective utilization, integrity, and continuous improvement of fiscal operations systems.
• Serves as the primary liaison between Fiscal Operations, Department management, Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), vendors, and system users by coordinating management information system development, implementation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Administers enterprise security and governance functions for departmental fiscal and financial management systems while ensuring appropriate system access, compliance, and data integrity.
• Develops, coordinates, and administers agency training, system documentation, and management reporting activities to maximize effective utilization of fiscal information systems.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires either:

• A master's degree in business or public administration or a closely related field, and preferably including coursework in systems analysis, accounting, computer science, and statistics; requires two years of professional experience in public or business administration; OR
• A bachelor's degree in business or public administration or a closely related field, and preferably including coursework in systems analysis, computer science, and statistics; requires four years of experience directly related to the development, maintenance and coordination of a computer-based management information system.

Specialized Skills

• Requires four (4) years' of professional experience in public or business administration implementing fiscal practices and policies.
• Requires three (3) years’ experience working with general accounting principles, financial reporting, grant management, or related fiscal field.
• Requires two (2) years’ experience using System Analysis Program (SAP) or similar accounting system.
• Requires two (2) years’ experience providing technical information technology related training, including delivering technical support, and managing system access for software application used in fiscal operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers four (4) years' of professional experience in public or business administration implementing fiscal practices and policies.
• Prefers three (3) years’ experience working with general accounting principles, financial reporting, grant management, or related fiscal field.
• Prefers two (2) years’ experience using System Analysis Program (SAP) or similar accounting system.
• Prefers two (2) years’ experience providing technical information technology related training, including delivering technical support, and managing system access for software application used in fiscal operations.
• Prefers two (2) years’ experience with business process mapping or IT (information technology) business analysis.
• Prefers thorough knowledge of electronic information systems and ability to communicate usage and requirements with technical and non-technical teams.
• Prefers two (2) years’ experience applying sound judgement to analyze, evaluate, and resolve complex procedural and/or technical problems.

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 may require the ability to work evenings and weekend.
• 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.

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

The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois’ world‑class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.

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)
• Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non‑standard work schedules (as applicable)
• 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: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

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.

Nearest Major Market: Springfield