Accountant Advanced (47438)
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$ 5384 - 7631
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:47438
Closing Date: 06/12/2025
Agency:Department of Public Health
Class Title:ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED - 00133
Skill Option:None
Office:Finance & Administration
Division: Deputy Directors Office
Posting ID:/ 47438
Posted:5/29/25 - 6/12/25
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $5384 a month; Full Range $5384 - $7631 a month
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.
Posting Identification Number:
/ 47438
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 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 Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as Accountant Advanced within the Administrative and Fiscal Unit of the Office of Finance and Administration. This individual will process accounts payable and travel vouchers for various offices within the agency perform complex accounting and auditing work as well as prepare examine reconcile and analyze complex statements and reports. This individual will maintain official accounting records for the grant accounts and prepare grant agreement obligations. This position is responsible for effectively communicating with assigned offices and Divisions as well as auditing travel vouchers for accuracy and completeness to verify that they are in accordance with the Governors Travel Control Boards regulations. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply today.
Benefits Statement
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
- Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
- 10-25 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 (pro-rated dependent on start date)
- 13-14 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: Functions
- Independently performs complex accounting and auditing work in the Administrative and Fiscal Unit of the Office of Finance and Administration for the Agency.
- Performs purchasing functions for assigned accounts which includes communications with assigned offices and Divisions locating and contracting vendors to adhere to the small business minority business and veteran business procurement programs.
- Prepares examines reconciles and analyzes complex statements and financial reports for office use.
- Prepares periodic financial projections to control spending of state and federal allotments.
- Assists in preparation of the Office of Finance and Administrations annual budget by preparing budgetary projections based on current expenditures in assigned areas.
- Audits travel vouchers for accuracy and completeness and verifies that they are in accordance with Travel Guide for State Employees maintained by the Governors Travel Control Board.
- 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 (4) years of college with courses in business administration and accounting.
- Requires two (2) years of professional experience in accounting external auditing budgetary planning and control or public accounting.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds 6 regional offices 3 laboratories and over 1200 employees IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention health promotion regulation and control of disease and injury.
Work Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Work Location: 535 W Jefferson St Springfield IL 62702-5076
Agency Contact:
Posting Group: Fiscal Finance & Procurement
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 the homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the homepage 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 the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on 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
