DOC Public Safety Shared Services Center Accounts Payable Accountant

Position Title:

Accountant (Upward Mobility)

Job

Requisition

Closing Date: 03/02/2026 11:59 PM

Agency:
Department of Corrections

Class

Title:

ACCOUNTANT - 00130

Skill Option: UMP Certificate

Bilingual Option:
None

Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary $4,954/month; CBA Applies;
Full Range: $4,954-$7,200/month

Job Type: Salaried

Category:
Full Time

County:
Sangamon

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.

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, title 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 Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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Position Overview

We are looking for a motivated individual to serve as Accountant. This position establishes and maintains Accounts Payable accounts for PSSS, reconciles SAP and Comptroller system reports, and answers technical inquiries regarding accounting requirements. In addition, this position responds to management inquiries. We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to serve in the role and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Essential Functions

* Establishes and maintains Accounts Payable accounts for the agencies serviced by Public Safety Shared Services.

* Reconciles SAP and Comptroller system reports.

* Answers highly technical and complex inquiries regarding accounting requirements and practices for Accounts Payable systems and requirements.

* Responds to management inquiries.

* Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably with in the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

* Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, with courses in business administration and accounting or four (4) 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 this classification.

Preferred Qualifications

* Prefers at least three (3) years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.

* 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 evaluating accounting problems of moderate difficulty such as rectifying discrepancies between financial system reports and developing a plan to resolve the issue.

* Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience interpreting finance laws and applying them effectively to the vouchering process.

* Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience reviewing, auditing and approving travel vouchers.

* Prefers at least three (3) years of experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook and/or similar type of computer programs.

Conditions of Employment

* 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.

* Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital…