PSA - OPT 8C - AUDITS & ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Illinoiscomptroller; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized Audits and Accounting Manager to lead reconciliation processes and GAAP coordination across the department's financial systems in Springfield, IL.

Under administrative direction, you will supervise staff, coordinate statewide audits, ensure compliance with state and federal requirements, and partner with the Illinois Office of the Comptroller and IT to strengthen fiscal controls and reporting for DCFS programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with coursework in accounting or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant licensure.
• Three years of progressively responsible accounting/budget experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Audits and Accounting Manager.
• Coordinates and monitors statewide audits within Budget and Finance.
• Acts as GAAP Coordinator for the Department.
• Supervises department staff.
• Collaborates with IT to ensure financial systems meet standards.
• Ensures compliance with state travel regulations.

Skills

CPA licensure

Leadership

Budget accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/public administration/economics/planning/accounting

Tools

Access

Excel

Microsoft Word

ACL

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PSA - OPT 8C - AUDITS & ACCOUNTING 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

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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:58153
Opening Date: 08/24/2026
Closing Date: 09/08/2026
Agency:Department of Children and Family Services
Class Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:Special License - Certified Public Accountant
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,000 to $11,000 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Managerial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage

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 Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Audits and Accounting Manager. Under administrative direction, this position will develop and maintain the monthly and annual reconciliation processes to ensure the various accounting systems used by the Department agree with records of the Illinois Office of Comptroller (IOC), the federal government, and other relevant sources. This position provides high level accounting expertise to the Chief Fiscal Officer, develops and maintains the monthly and annual reconciliation processes to ensure the various accounting systems used by the Department agree with records of the Illinois Office of Comptroller (IOC), the federal government, and other relevant sources The position will serve as the Department’s Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Coordinator and will coordinate and monitor various Departmental audits within the Division of Budget and Finance. This position provides a great opportunity for a motivated individual who is interested in playing a role in ensuring that DCFS implements sound fiscal policies and procedures in the administration of the agency. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong leadership skills. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois

Essential Functions

• Serves as Audits and Accounting Manager


• As a certified public accountant, serves as the Department’s Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Coordinator


• Coordinates and monitors various Departmental audits, on a statewide basis, within the Division of Budget and Finance


• Serves as full line supervisor


• Confers and collaborates with the Department of Innovation and Technology to ensure that the Department's financial systems meet accounting standards and requirements


• Through subordinate staff, directs and monitors the Department's compliance with state travel regulations


• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires completion of a bachelor’s degree, with courses in business or public administration, economics, planning, accounting, or a related subject


• Requires licensure as a Certified Public Accountant


• Requires three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in accounting, research or budget

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of professional management experience in the accounting, auditing, or financial area of a public or business organization


• 3 years of professional experience working with accounting and auditing systems in a public or business organization


• 2 years of experience using Access, Excel, Microsoft Word and other audit software (ACL)


• 3 years of experience supervising professional staff


• 3 years of professional experience managing or conducting fund/cash reconciliationactivities


• 2 years of professional experience serving in a liaison capacity for a public or business organization

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to pass a background check.


• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires, appropriate, valid driver's license.


• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the jobdescription.

About the Agency

DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• 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)


• Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time 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 BillTraining/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans


• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Headquarter Location:406 E Monroe St, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Fisayo Oyadeyi
Email: [e-mail]
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Legal, Audit & Compliance; Social Services

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