Job Requisition ID: 46290
Closing Date: 04/23/2025
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: ACCOUNTANT SUPERVISOR - 00135
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary is $5,703 a month. Full Range $5,703- $8,539 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062

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 seeking a detail-oriented individual with accounting experience to serve as an Accountant Supervisor. This position serves as a working supervisor maintaining complex ledgers while assisting with and reviewing the deposit entries into the SAP accounting system. This position also facilitates the Department of Corrections, Department of Juvenile Justice, and the Prisoner Review Board’s accounts receivable and receipt inquiries. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience applying accounting principles to the processing of invoices in an accounts payable area
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience serving as a supervisor over professional staff.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience interpreting finance laws and applying them appropriately to the vouchering process.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience implementing processes and procedures to comply with corrective measures taken to maintain effective accounting practices.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience reviewing, auditing and approving travel vouchers.
• Prefers working knowledge of the State of Illinois travel regulations.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook and/or similar type of computer programs.
• Prefers the ability to work in a busy office environment.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
• Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
• Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
  Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm; Saturday/Sunday off
  Work Location: 1021 North Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62702
  Email: suzanne.latourelle2@illinois.gov
  Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Public Safety
  This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

• Serves as working supervisor.
• Processes invoices received specific to assigned Shared Services divisions and funds.
• Provides accounting expertise.
• Serves as a liaison between the accounts payable section and designated divisions.
• Compiles data and prepares reports at auditors request.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.