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Staff Accountant
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Lake Forest, Lake County, Illinois, 60045, USA
Listed on 2026-03-04
Listing for:
City of Lake Forest, IL
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Accounting & Finance, Financial Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Salary: $80,406.04 - $ Annually
Location : Lake Forest, IL
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Finance Department
Opening Date: 01/26/2026
Description
Work alongside the Finance team that encourages professional growth and work-life balance. Engage in municipal financing initiatives and join a wonderful team at The City of Lake Forest.
COLLABORATION
Ability to support all functions of the Finance Department, including front desk customer service
CRITICAL THINKING
An organization that provides you a platform to be analytical and technical in your day-to-day work
Learn more about the Finance Department and the dynamic role by reading, "" on Lake Forest Love.
Examples of Duties
As a Payroll Accountant, you will provide support to the Assistant Finance Director and entire Finance team by:
Primary
Duties include:
- Processing bi-weekly payrolls for both the City and Library, including transferring direct deposits and tax payments to the IRS and preparing annual W-2 's
- Maintaining individual benefits for each employee
- Completing payroll related schedules for the annual budget and provide support to other departments in the City
- Completing payroll schedules for the annual audits
Duties include:
- Assisting with financial audits
- Preparing monthly journal entries
- Providing backup to the alternate Staff Accountant and other department positions as needed including the front counter customer service
- Assisting with special projects within the Finance department
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university with a major in accounting or related field
- 1-3 years' experience in accounting, preferably municipal services
- Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
- Exceptional communication with residents and staff
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office products
- Knowledge of BS&A Financial Software is a plus
Why Join the City of Lake Forest?
- Be part of a forward-thinking organization that is committed to a strong tradition of thoughtful planning and community involvement.
- Work in a collaborative environment that values professionalism, integrity, excellence, and exceptional customer service.
- Play a key role in ensuring that The City of Lake Forest continues to be a remarkable place to live, work, shop, dine, study, and enjoy life.
Salary: $80,406.04 - $ DOQ
Insurance:
Medical (PPO/HMO), dental, vision
Leave: 13 paid holidays, front-loaded vacation and sick time, parental leave
Retirement: IMRF pension + 457(b)/Roth options
Additional Benefits:
Tuition reimbursement, EAP, legal/life protection, PSLF eligibility
The City of Lake Forest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.
No benefits are associated with this position.
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