ACCOUNTANT (UMP)

Job Requisition ID: 42717 

Position Title: Accountant, Divison of Administration, Office of the Director.
 Closing Date/Time: 01/10/2025
Agency: Illinois State Police
Class Title: ACCOUNTANT - 00130 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $4,766 monthly; Full Range $4,766-$6,632 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Plan/BU: RC062

 

• 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.

 

• Please upload a copy of your official/unoffical transcripts for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application
• Note: The Illinois State Police must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
• Answer all questions thoroughly- DO NOT STATE SEE RESUME

 

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.

 

Posting Identification Number  42717 

Position Overview

The Illinois State Police is seeking an energetic individual to fill an Accountant role with the Office of the Director Division of Finance. The ideal candidate will have experience with financial reports and expenditures. Also, this position works closely with grant applications and preparing budget projections. If you feel you meet these challenges with experience, please apply with ISP today!

About the Agency

The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

Essential Functions

• Performs technical accounting work in maintaining a complex, complete set of general account books by fund for grants, interagency agreements, and contracts with private sector commercial enterprises.
• Reviews and verifies officer activity for grants, interagency agreements and contracts with private sector commercial enterprises.
• Prepares comprehensive accounting reports summarizing expenditures and statistics resulting from “hireback” programs.
• Assists Asset Forfeiture Section with accounts receivable by preparing a deposit of funds received and posting into Just Ware ready for check to allow fund disbursement to respective agencies.
• Posts manual journal entries from Receipt Deposit Transmittal’s (RDTs) into Statewide Accounting System.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with courses in business administration and accounting or four 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 thi