Public Sector Accountant: Grants & Budgets

Applitrack; Illinois; On-site; USD 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF pension

Health insurance

Job summary

Regional Office of Education #47 in Sterling, IL, is seeking an Accountant/Bookkeeper to manage financial records for multiple programs and funding sources. The role includes A/P, A/R, journal entries, and bank reconciliations, with close collaboration with the finance team.

You will prepare reports, assist with grant reporting and year-end activities, and contribute to improved accounting processes as the office grows. A degree in accounting is welcome; CPA is not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or a closely related finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage several deadlines.
• Confidence with spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Sound judgment when handling confidential information.
• A helpful, collaborative approach to working with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for multiple programs and funding sources.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, payments, deposits, and journal entries.
• Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and grant expenditures.
• Prepare financial reports and help program staff understand their budgets.
• Support grant reporting, year-end close, and the annual audit.
• Help improve accounting processes as the office continues to grow.
• Work closely with the Regional Superintendent, program leaders, and the rest of the finance team.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting

Attention to detail

Spreadsheet proficiency

Deadline management

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Regional Office of Education #47 in Sterling, IL, is seeking an Accountant/Bookkeeper to manage financial records for multiple programs and funding sources. The role includes A/P, A/R, journal entries, and bank reconciliations, with close collaboration with the finance team.

You will prepare reports, assist with grant reporting and year-end activities, and contribute to improved accounting processes as the office grows. A degree in accounting is welcome; CPA is not required.