Senior Grant Accountant
Senior Grant Accountant
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$ 5384 - 7631
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:47019
Closing Date: 06/26/2025
Agency:Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Class Title:ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED - 00133
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (effective 7/1/25) $5384 a month; Full Range $5384 - $7631
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 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 senior grant accountant role within the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is integral in the obligation of nearly one billion in annual financial assistance to local governments small businesses and non-profits throughout Illinois. Across the state low-income communities are receiving assistance historical investments within the states infrastructure are being made and small businesses are navigating their way to success due to the work of accounting professionals at DCEO. Join our team and be part of the difference in Illinois!
Essential Functions
- Establishes and maintains financial records/ledgers using standard automated and manual systems for assigned programs.
- Evaluates and approves grant establishments and modifications to ensure compliance with federal regulations and applicable policies and procedures.
- Prepares and assists the cash unit by generating routine reports as well as posting and updating financial transactions into the Systems Applications & Products (SAP) system.
- Reviews for approval cash requests entered in the computerized accounting system.
- Serves as back-up to cash accountant maintaining knowledge of standard operating procedures and standards for separation of duties.
- Trains internal and external users in proper use of DCEO grant and accounting systems.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires the 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 professional experience in accounting external auditing budgetary planning and control or public accounting.
Specialized Skills
- Prefers one (1)year of experience reviewing and certifying financial information within grant or loan agreements.
- Prefers one (1) year of experience coding grant or loan payment information into an automated accounting system.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers one (1) year of experience reviewing and certifying financial information within grant or loan agreements.
- Prefers one (1) year of experience coding grant or loan payment information into an automated accounting system.
- Prefers two (2) years of public accounting experience.
- Prefers two (2) years of cash management experience.
- Prefers anadvanced level of expertise in use of electronic spreadsheet software.
- Prefers the ability to type at thespeed of 40 words per minute.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
- Overtime is a condition of employment and may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled unscheduled or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators investing in communities strengthening Illinois world-class workforce fostering innovation and ushering in the new clean energy economy DCEO works to fortify Illinois reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live work and do business.
Work Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Location: 607 E. Adams Street; Springfield IL. 62739
Agency Contact:(FOR INQUIRIES ONLY -INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)
Posting Group: Fiscal Finance & Procurement
This positionDOES 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.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
