GATA Accountant (ACCOUNTANT (UMP))
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$ 4766 - 6632
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:47249
Closing Date: 05/27/2025
Agency:Department on Aging
Class Title:ACCOUNTANT 00130
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $4766 Full Range: $4766 $6632
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
About the Agency
The MISSION of the Illinois Department on Aging is to serve and advocate for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence dignity and quality of life.
As a State of Illinois employee you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
- Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
- Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health life dental and vision plans
- Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation Program voluntary supplemental retirement plan
- Option pretax programs Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
- 1025 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
- 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
- 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (prorated dependent on start date)
- 1314 paid holidays per year
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link. Overview
Are you ready to bring your expertise in accounting and public administration to a dynamic and impactful role Were looking for a dedicated professional with a bachelors degree with a concentration in economics accounting public administration or business administration. The ideal candidate will have two years of experience utilizing Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures (GAAP) in a public or business setting as well as two years of experience applying laws rules or regulations for state or nonstate accounting or auditing problems. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel especially in writing and utilizing advanced functions or formulas is highly preferred.
Essential Functions
- Performs professional maintenance and review of accounting books reports records documents statements and other financial information of the Community Care Network and the network of Area Agencies.
- Develops reviews and maintains financial reports on Area Agencies on Aging and the Community Care Network reported expenditures.
- Collects compiles and inputs various financial information into accounting spreadsheets and database programs to increase the efficiency by which the information is retrieved.
- Conducts research develops drafts and implements financial expenditure reporting to comply with Federal and State regulations.
- Develops and researches special projects.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college with courses in business administration and accounting or four years of technical accounting experience.
***Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers a bachelors degree with a concentration in economics accounting public administration or business administration.
- Prefers two years of experience utilizing Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures (GAAP) in a public or business setting.
- Prefers two years of experience applying laws rules or regulations for state or nonstate accounting or auditing problems.
- Prefers experience in Microsoft Excel demonstrating proficiency writing and utilizing advanced functions or formulas.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to pass a criminal background check.
***The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:8:30am 5:00pm MondayFriday
Work Location:One Natural Resources Way Springfield IL
Agency Contact:Nick Gilmore
Email:
Phone #:
Posting Group:Office & Administrative Support
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of in the blue ribbon.
NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid
NonState employees: click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Employment Type
Full-Time
