Chief Accountant
Posted: March 21, 2025
Company: Illinois Department of Human Services
Job Type: Accounting/Finance
Certification Required: Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, with courses in business administration and accounting.
Education Required: Bachelors
City: SPRINGFIELD
County: SANGAMON
Salary Range: $65000-$75000
Chief Accountant - # 45183
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Agency: Department of Human Services
Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62703
Job Requisition ID: 45183
Opening Date: 03/20/2025
Closing Date: 04/02/2025
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5,703 - $8,539 per month ($68,436 - $102,468 per year)
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 45183
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 Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire an Accountant Supervisor for the Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center located in Springfield, Illinois to serve as the Chief Accountant. Independently performs advanced, professional accounting duties including budgetary planning and development, internal auditing, fiscal reporting, contractual services, and maintenance of sophisticated computerized accounting systems. Serves as working supervisor. Serves as Payroll Officer for Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center. Performs internal auditing work. Assists Business Administrator in the preparation of the annual facility budget and spending plan. Serves as Custodian of Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Petty Cash Fund.
Essential Functions
- Serves as Chief Accountant for Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center.
- Serves as working supervisor.
- Performs internal auditing work.
- Assists Business Administrator in the preparation of the annual facility budget and spending plan for submission to Central Office.
- Serves as Custodian of Elizabeth Packard Petty Cash Fund.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, with courses in business administration and accounting.
- Requires two (2) years of professional experience in accounting, external auditing, budgetary planning and control or public accounting.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
- Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday, 1-hour unpaid lunch
Payroll
Work Location: 901 E Southwind Rd Springfield, IL 62703-5125
Division of Mental Health
Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center
Business Administration
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
Job Family: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
*Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Must apply online.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
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