Accountant; Ump
Job in
Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, 62702, USA
Listed on 2026-06-11
Listing for:
State of Illinois
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-11
Job specializations:
-
Accounting
Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Financial Analyst, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job
Requisition
Closing Date: 06/24/2026
Agency:
Department of Natural Resources
Class
Title:
ACCOUNTANT - 00130 (Upward Mobility Program)
Skill Option: UMP Certificate
Bilingual Option:
None
Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $5,127 Monthly;
Full Range $5,127 - $7,135 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:
Full Time
County:
Sangamon
Number of Vacancies : 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: N/A
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.
Posting Identification Number: 12-05-52414
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 Natural Resources is seeking to hire an Accountant for the Office of Mines and Minerals. This position will: work directly with Comptroller staff to resolve financial obligation and payment problems; plan the use of the Accounting Information System (AIS) for the Office of Mines and Minerals; prepare and update monthly expenditure analysis reports for the Office and supervisory staff;
monitor and reconcile Office attendance and timekeeping records to PAS records. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.
Essential Functions
* Under general direction, reviews financial accounting records for the Office of Mines and Minerals
* Independently prepares, examines, and analyzes complex statements and reports for the Programmatic Time Report for the Office of Mines and Minerals
* Analyzes budget needs and writes Federal grant applications for the simplified grant which consists of administrative emergency administrative and emergency construction costs for a period of one year and construction costs for a period of three years
* Advises staff of proper procedures and rules of the State Statutes Comptroller's Office and CMS prepares or audits contracts
* Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualification
* Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with courses in business administration and accounting or four years of technical accounting experience.
Preferred Qualifications
* Elementary knowledge of office methods, procedures, standard office accounting machines and equipment.
* Two (2) years of experience performing detailed work involving written or numerical data and to make arithmetical calculations rapidly and accurately, either manually or by machine.
* Elementary knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relating to State or non-state accounting or auditing procedures.
* Two (2) years of experience creating & maintaining Excel spreadsheets & workbooks.
* Two (2) years of experience using Microsoft Office tools, (ie, Word Excel, Power Point & Outlook).
* Two (2) years of work experience working with Accounting Software.
Conditions of Employment
All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered…
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