Accountant, Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting

Job

Requisition  Opening Date: 08/07/2026 Closing Date: 08/21/2026 11:59 pm Agency:
Department of Juvenile Justice Class

Title:

ACCOUNTANT - 00130 Skill Option: UMP Certificate Bilingual Option:
None Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary $5,127/month;
Full Range $5,127 - $7,571/month Job Type: Salaried Category:
Full Time County:
DuPage

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  website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Accountant Requisition # 57089 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 Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking an experienced and motivated candidate to serve as the Accountant for IYC Warrenville. The incumbent in this position will perform professional accounting duties and reconcile financial reports and accounts. The ideal candidate for this position will be proficient in Microsoft Excel, SAP, and/or related systems and will possess previous accounting, and/or bookkeeping experience along with knowledge of state and/or government accounting laws and regulations.

The Department of Juvenile Justice offers opportunity for advancement and an excellent benefits package. We encourage all interested and qualified individuals to apply! Essential Functions

• Under general supervision, prepares and maintains general ledger.
• Prepares and maintains a set of records for analyzing expenditures on a weekly basis.
• Prepares prescribed financial statements and reports, performing research on accounting documents, records, and books of account.
• Prepares and reconciles routine department reports and statement.
• Performs professional accounting work.
• Prepares fiscal budget requests.
• Manages and directs business office activities during periods when the Business Manager and Business Administrator are absent or unavailable.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

• Prefers one (1) year of experience in professional accounting and auditing.
• Prefers elementary knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations relating to state or non-state accounting or auditing procedures.
• Prefers elementary knowledge of office methods, procedures, standard office accounting and equipment.
• Prefers the ability to perform detailed work involving the application of accounting theory to routine accounting or auditing problems.
• Prefers the ability to evaluate accounting problems of moderate difficulty and to analyze and interpret less complex accounting…