GAAP ACCOUNTANT

State of Illinois; Hawthorne Place (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Illinois, Department of Central Management Services, seeks an accounting professional to support GAAP reporting and financial statements. Under the GAAP Coordinator, you will analyze financial data, prepare journal entries, and develop reports for fund statements.

This role offers growth in governmental accounting, audit exposure, and a hybrid in-office arrangement. A bachelor’s degree in accounting and 1 year GAAP experience are preferred; CPA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a bachelor’s degree other than accounting if it includes at least 24 accounting credits.
• Prefers knowledge of accounting theory, principles, methods, and procedures.
• Prefers knowledge of office methods and standard software (Outlook, Access, Excel, Word).
• Prefers 1 year of professional experience preparing complete financial statements (GAAP).
• Prefers 1 year of experience developing and maintaining cooperative relationships.
• Prefers CPA licensure or pending licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and other financial reports and reconciliations.
• Completes SCO forms for GAAP reporting.
• Works with auditors and other parties on GAAP packages and reports.
• Performs other duties within the scope of duties listed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Access

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.

Job Requisition ID:59560
Opening Date: 10/14/2026
Closing Date: 10/28/2026
Agency: Department of Central Management Services
Class Title:GAAP ACCOUNTANT - 73500
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,700/monthly; Full Range $6,700 -$7,800/monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code: Non-Code
Work Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 2 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location: 401 S Spring St, Springfield, Illinois, 62706
Work County: Sangamon

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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 Summary

The Department of Central Management Services (CMS) is seeking an accounting professional to play an important role in the State’s financial reporting and GAAP processes. Working under the administrative direction of the GAAP Coordinator, you’ll be part of a team responsible for a broad range of accounting and financial activities - from analyzing financial information and preparing journal entries to developing financial reports and supporting the preparation of fund financial statements.

This position offers the opportunity to work with complex governmental accounting concepts, strengthen your technical accounting skills, and contribute directly to the accuracy and integrity of the State’s financial reporting. If you’re looking for meaningful work, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a difference through your accounting expertise, we invite you to apply.

State of Illinois Benefits

As a State of Illinois 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).
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.

If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!

Position Essential Functions

Under administrative direction of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Coordinator, performs a broad range of accounting and financial activities for the Department of Central Management Services (CMS), leading up to the preparation of fund financial statements and the annual GAAP reporting process.

• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and other financial reports and reconciliations for internal use or as required by the Comptroller for the funds assigned, including reconciliations of cash, appropriations, expenditures, fixed assets, accounts receivable, accounts payable, lapse period expenditures and other required or assigned financial reports for supervisory or management review.

Completes Comptroller financial reporting State Comptroller’s Office (SCO) forms (both computerized and manual) for use in the annual GAAP reporting process.

• Works with external, internal auditors and other applicable parties as assigned, to answer questions or explain records or the information provided in the GAAP packages or other financial reports.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a bachelor’s degree other than accounting is acceptable if it includes at least twenty-four (24) credit hours in accounting courses towards such degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers working knowledge of accounting theory, principles, methods, and procedures.
• Prefers working knowledge of office methods, procedures, and standard office software packages (i.e., Microsoft Outlook, Access, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Prefers one (1) year of professional experience preparing complete financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, footnotes) in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Prefers one (1) year of professional experience effectively developing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Prefers a registered or licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or the necessary requirements for licensure pending completion of the exam and work experience.

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 weekends.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to use agency technology/equipment (i.e., mobile phone, laptop, etc.) properly in accordance with information security awareness policies and confidentiality guidelines.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.

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

Central Management Services (CMS) is the State of Illinois’ central operational support agency, the team that keeps government running smoothly behind the scenes. We provide the essential services that enable more than 80 agencies, boards, and commissions to serve the people of Illinois effectively. As the backbone of state operations, CMS delivers high‑quality, reliable, and forward‑thinking services that help government programs work efficiently and meet the needs of residents statewide.

Our vision is to be the trusted partner dedicated to the success of the State of Illinois through service, optimization, and inclusion. Our mission is to be the accessible agency that delivers essential, effective, and efficient services to State agencies and the people of Illinois. Our core values are: Trusted, Strategic, Effective, Innovative, Responsive, and Inclusive. Through strategic leadership CMS plays a vital role in strengthening the effectiveness of Illinois State government.

CMS provides a broad portfolio of statewide services through specialized bureaus such as: Administrative Hearings African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission Statewide Benefits Communication and Information Diversity and Inclusion Fleet Administration Labor Relations Operational Excellence Statewide Personnel Property Management Strategic Sourcing Surplus Equipment Control.

CMS also operates internal service bureaus that support our agency’s own effectiveness and efficiency, including,: Internal Audit Finance and Management Government Affairs Human Resources Legal Services Strategic Transformation.

Professionals who join CMS become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to continuous improvement and public service excellence. CMS offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful statewide initiatives, collaborate with skilled and talented colleagues, shape strategic improvements across Illinois government, and support the operational foundation that allows state agencies to better serve the residents of Illinois. CMS is a place for people who want their work to matter; where innovation, service, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.