Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Position: Accountant I
Job

Requisition

Closing Date: 01/22/2026

Agency:
Illinois Community College Board

Salary: $43,000.00 - $50,000.00

Number of Vacancies : 1

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

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.

The Illinois Community College Board

The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is the state coordinating board for community colleges and has statutory responsibility for administering state and federal grants to community college districts and adult education providers and managing high school equivalency testing for Illinois. The Illinois Community College Board is assisted by an executive director and staff of approximately 50 located in Springfield, Chicago, and East St.

Louis.

Illinois community colleges serve almost 600,000 residents each year in credit, noncredit, and continuing education courses. Illinois is home to 48 colleges in 39 community college districts which provide high quality, accessible, cost-effective educational opportunities to the entire state.

ICCB offers an excellent benefits package, including competitive employee insurance premiums as well as flexible options for medical coverage. Vision insurance is included at no cost and dental insurance is available. Eligible employees participate in the State University Retirement System, which offers medical insurance upon retirement. Tuition waivers are offered for continued educational goals, and a generous paid time off package includes paid holidays, earned vacation, sick, and personal time.

For more information on benefits visit: https://www
2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/State Employee/Pages/default.aspx.

Accountant I

The Accountant I supports the agency's fiscal integrity by preparing, reviewing, and maintaining accurate accounting records and financial reports in compliance with GAAP, state fiscal policies, and applicable regulations, while providing fiscal analysis and accounting guidance to management and program staff. The role supports accounts payable and receivable functions, inventory and property control, and travel compliance, and works collaboratively with internal departments and state partners, including the Illinois Office of the Comptroller and the Higher Education Travel Control Board, to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations that support agency programs and objectives.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Accounting and Financial Reporting

* Prepare, review, and analyze accounting entries and financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and state fiscal policies.

* Perform account reconciliations between agency records and the Illinois Office of the Comptroller to ensure data accuracy and resolve discrepancies.

* Develop and maintain complex financial spreadsheets and tracking systems for reporting and audit purposes.

* Prepare accounting documents and financial reports required by the Illinois Office of the Comptroller, including the monthly Debt Transparency Act report.

* Provide fiscal analysis and professional accounting guidance to management and program staff.

Accounts Payable and Receivable

* Review and approve vouchers, receipts, and deposits to ensure proper account coding and compliance with the Statewide Accounting Management System (SAMS) and System Application and Products (SAP) financial systems.

* Evaluate supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy prior to submission.

* Identify and correct accounting or reporting errors through research and reconciliation.

Inventory and Property Control

* Serve as the agency's designated Property Control Officer or backup, overseeing the maintenance and verification of inventory records.

* Review and analyze inventory reports for accuracy and compliance with state property management requirements.

Travel Policy

* Serve as the agency's representative or backup for the Higher Education Travel Control Board.

* Review travel vouchers to ensure compliance with applicable state travel regulations.

Other Responsibilities:

* Serve as a liaison between internal departments, state agencies, and external partners to promote effective…