Internal Controls Analyst — State Finances & Audit Support

State of Illinois; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Governor's Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) seeks an ACFR Internal Controls Analyst 1 to support internal control processes for Illinois' annual financial report. The role responds to audit inquiries, analyzes material transactions across agencies, and provides technical assistance on internal control changes.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with CPA/CIA/CISA preferred, and demonstrate strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills, plus the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, finance, business administration, public administration, or related field.
• CPA, CIA or CISA highly preferred.
• Introductory knowledge of current accounting and auditing standards and practices.
• Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, meet deadlines, and multitask under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of internal control processes overseeing the State of Illinois' annual comprehensive financial report.
• Respond to audit-related questions and provide technical assistance to agencies on internal control changes.
• Analyze material transactions across state agencies to inform internal control decisions.
• Participate in audit conferences and evaluations as part of the review process.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Governor's Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) seeks an ACFR Internal Controls Analyst 1 to support internal control processes for Illinois' annual financial report. The role responds to audit inquiries, analyzes material transactions across agencies, and provides technical assistance on internal control changes.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with CPA/CIA/CISA preferred, and demonstrate strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills, plus the