ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED

Job Requisition ID: 51733 
​Agency: Department of Public Health
Class Title: ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED - 00133 

Office: Policy, Planning, and Statistics 

Division: Deputy Director's Office

Posting ID: 20-25-0084/ 51733

Posted: 11/25/2025-12/11/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,384/month; Full Range $5,384-$7,631/month
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.

 

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

Office of Policy, Planning and Statistics Accountant position will handle the tracking of fund balances for multiple Federal Awards, General Revenue and State Special Funding appropriations. That includes providing detailed funding reports of the award total, expenditures & obligations to all the divisions within our office on as needed or at minimum a Quarterly basis. Accountant position will also review for all necessary approval documentation for contracts / grants & vendor payments. Approval forms include; consolidated request form, approval memos for memberships, In & Out of state travel approvals, etc. After confirmation of approvals enter agreements into the contract accounting system (SAP-SRM), review & process vendor payments to suppliers, contractors & grantees in SAP Accounting System. Prepare expenditure reports, obligation reports and document reports of payments pending.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

 

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