ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN I UMP

Job Requisition ID: 53444 IPR#25-00822
Closing Date: 05/22/2026
​Agency: Department of Transportation
Class Title: ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN I - 00115 
Skill Option: UMP Certificate 
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $4,258 Monthly; Full Range: $4,258-$5,680 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: LaSalle
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC014 Clerical 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 position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com 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 you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible 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 is seeking to hire an Account Technician I. The successful candidate will perform routine accounting work involving independent performance of complex transactions. Utilizing the Financial Operating and Administration (FOA) system and KnowledgeLake scanning system. This position is responsible for the overview of obligation balances and verification of vendor certification through the accounting database maintained by the Illinois Office of the Comptroller (IOC).

Essential Functions

• Performs difficult accounting work utilizing an automated accounting system.
• Reviews all travel vouchers for appropriate reimbursement and supporting documentation.
• Reviews all invoices for the Land Acquisition Section for remittance of monthly invoices for rental property owned by the state of Illinois.
• Tracks and updates utilities spreadsheet.
• Reconciles vendor payments against vendor statement.
• Verifies vendor certification through Statewide Accounting Management System (SAMS) prior to scheduling invoice for payment.
• Performs other duties as assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of two years of college and completion of an approved training course or three years of related clerical bookkeeping 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 working knowledge of office methods and procedures.
• Prefers working knowledge of accounting techniques.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful completion of a background screening.
• 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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