ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED

Job Requisition ID: 51242

Job Title: Accountant Advanced-Fiscal Support Section
Closing Date: 11/26/2025
​Agency: Illinois State Police
Class Title: ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED - 00133 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,384 Monthly: Full Range $5,384-$7,631 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
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 illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
• A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
• 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

Under direction from the Accountant Supervisor for the Division of Academy and Training; prepares future fiscal year preliminary projections from all sections under the Academy and Training by working directly with each Bureau Chief; prepares and submits all budget proposals to Accountant Supervisor; prepares a variety of monthly and quarterly fiscal reports for future projections;  prepares and adjusts the budget to accommodate special projects; organizes, plans, assigns, directs, and reviews workflow through subordinate staff under Direction of Accountant Supervisor: monitors more than ten different cost centers across the agency to verify all transactions are compliant with rules and regulations established by the Agency, Department of Central Management Services, Procurement Code, and all other applicable agencies; responsible for the administration of any grants related to the Breath Alcohol section (BAO), i.e. grant applications, amendments, budget proposals, and other grant related documents; prepares and reconciles all Bi-Monthly Reporting for Cost Centers and Other State Funding pertaining to the Division of the Academy and Training; main point of contact for all fiscal responsibilities for In-Service Training. Processes all procurements in relation to training; reviews invoices and packing slips for accuracy to ensure goods and services are received prior to processing by subordinate staff; reviews billings for the Academy, Pawnee, and Quartermaster, including complex billings for training, equipment, supplies, telecom services, fleet purchases, and travel for the sections of Academy and In-Service Training; in addition to In-Service Training procurements, the Accountant Advanced will be designated to oversee procurements processed by subordinate staff; prepares all documentation necessary to complete procurements designated to them by the Accountant Supervisor. 

About the Agency

​​The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country.