DOC Public Safety Shared Services Center Accountant - Fiscal Accounting Compliance

Job Requisition ID: 49471
Closing Date: 09/16/2025
​Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: ACCOUNTANT - 00130 
Skill Option: UMP Certificate 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary is $4,954 a month. CBA Applies; Full Range $4,954- $7,200 a month
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 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 Corrections is looking for a professional Accountant. The person selected for this position will perform professional accounting duties in the preparation of financial statements and auditinformational reports. Additionally, the successful candidate will maintain monthly accounting records and train staff and relate information to management and field personnel. If interested in this position, please apply according to the instructions listed on the job posting. We invite all qualified applicants to apply.

Essential Functions

• Processes obligation reconciliations, warrant action requests, salary refunds, and expenditure adjustment transmittals.
• Reviews data and corrects any discrepancies identified in the reconciliation process.
• Responds to inquiries from field staff and lower-level staff regarding correct processing of agency transactions.
• Reviews current auditing practices and procedures and recommends revisions or implements change.
• 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 or four (4) years of technical accounting 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 at least two (2) years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook and/or similar type of computer programs.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working with office methods, procedures, standard office accounting machines and equipment.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience evaluating accounting problems of moderate difficulty such as rectifying discrepancies between financial system reports and developing a plan to resolve the issue.
• Prefers the ability to work independently in a busy office work environment.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience performing detailed work