Change Order Accountant (Accountant Advanced)
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:53807 IPR #25-01079
Opening Date:
Closing Date: 07/02/2026
Agency:Department of Transportation
Class Title:ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED - 00133
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $ 5384 Monthly; Full Range: $5384 - $7631 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062 Technical Employees AFSCME
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 positionMUST 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 Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking to hire an Accountant Advanced. The successfulcandidate under the direction of the Accountant Supervisor performs complex accounting and auditing functionsfor the department utilizing the contract payment system a payment system for approximately 3000 activecontracts with payments totaling over $2 billion annually the agencys accounting system and the Comptrollerssystem.
- Independently completes professional audit and evaluation of approximately 12000 contractchange orders annually.
- Audits renewal agreements conducting a thorough analysis of complex procurementagreements covering a broad spectrum of both technological and financial aspects includingcosts for construction and maintenance executed by the Illinois Department of Transportation(IDOT) and contractors.
- Develops implements controls and revises accounting procedures.
- Distributes change orders to districts Project Review Engineers bureau files and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
- Distributes reports for the Accountant Supervisor.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of thoseenumerated above.
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of collegewith courses in business administration and accounting.
- Requires two (2) years of professional experience in accounting external auditing budgetary planningand control or public accounting.
- Prefers extensive knowledge of accounting and auditing theory principles methods and procedures.
- Prefers extensive knowledge of laws rules and regulations relating to state or non-state accounting orauditing procedures.
- Prefers working knowledge of office methods procedures standard office accounting machines andequipment.
- Prefers ability to prepare comprehensive accounting reports.
- Prefers ability to determine violations and noncompliance with the law and to detect and explainsignificant irregularities.
- Prefers ability to review detailed work including written or numerical data and to make calculationsrapidly and accurately.
- Prefers skill and ability to evaluate more difficult accounting problems and to analyze and interpret morecomplex accounting records.
- Prefers ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships and to deal tactfully withcontroversial problems.
- Successful completion of a background investigation.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in
the job descriptions.
About the Agency:
The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life promote economic prosperity and protect our are problem solvers and leaders constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.
The department offers extensive training and career advancement also receive a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time hybrid scheduling)
- Health Life Vision and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
- Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
- New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
- Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
- (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.
Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield Illinois 62764
Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation/Bureau of Construction
Work County: Sangamon
Email:
Posting Group: Fiscal Finance & Procurement; Transportation
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
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About Company
You won't find Steve Martin at the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), but the agency is all about planes, trains, and automobiles. The IDOT plans, constructs, and maintains Illinois' transportation network, including its highways and bridges, airports, public transit, rail ... View more
