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illinois is Hiring an Accountant I Near Springfield, IL
Agency: Illinois Board of Higher Education
Closing Date/Time: 06/03/2024
Salary: $50,000 - $80,000 / year
Job Type: Salaried
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* preference given to Sangamon County candidates, but hybrid work schedule may be available to non-Sangamon county candidates
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU:None
****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****
Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Illinois Board of Higher Education must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
About IBHE
IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, who are working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.
In its strategic plan, A Thriving Illinois: Higher Education Paths to Equity, Sustainability, and Growth, IBHE has identified three goals and 25 strategies to help achieve its vision of a higher education ecosystem that ensures individuals, families, and communities across the state thrive.
- Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind.
- Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions.
- Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth.
About the position:
The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) is seeking an Accountant I in the Fiscal Operations Unit, which reports to the Chief Financial Officer.
This is a covered position under the State Universities Civil Service System.
The Accountant I will serve as the Agency Fiscal lead on all Accounts Payable and Receivable functions including but not limited to receiving, verifying, and processing vouchers, vendor invoices, purchase requests, managing the Agency cash application procedures, performing the maintenance, reporting, and management of a variety of Fiscal systems, and inputting and processing Agency travel reimbursement.
The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, strong focus on customer service and collaboration, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to be a self-starter.
52% Accounts Payable
- Serves as the subject matter expert in Accounts Payable for the various Agency systems (SAP) and (SAMS)
- Receives, verifies, process and files a variety of financial documents including vouchers, vendor invoices, purchase request and receiving reports
- Communicates with vendors regarding payments and reconciliation of accounts
- Provides technical insights and recommendations for the development, improvement and recording of accounting procedures and methodologies
- Responsible for the management and filing of the Agency’s records
- Assists with compliance and audit requests
- Inputs travel vouchers; ensures compliance with agency policy and procedures, as well as the Travel Control Board guidelines
43% Accounts Receivable
- Under direction of supervisor, independently maintains and examines a variety of complex accounts in Microsoft Excel and System Application Products (SAP) to ensure completeness and accuracy of IBHE funds
- Creates accounts receivable documents, posts cash receipts to SAP and creates RDT from State Treasurer's website
- Reports cash receipts to both State Treasurer and State Comptroller's Office as required
- Assists staff with complex cash application procedures including posting to registers, preparation and reconciliation of input, and research and correction of any accounting invoice identifiers
- Assists with coordinating the copying of receipts documents including billing remittance, checks, forms
5% Other Duties
Other duties as assigned, within scope of position
Education/Experience
Any one or any combination of the following, totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
- Work experience and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field
- College course work and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field (including 12 semester hours in accounting)
- 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
- Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
- 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
- Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills
Committed focus on accuracy and attention to detail
Takes initiative, self-starter
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
Broad accounting knowledge
Focus on customer service
Travel within Illinois is expected, as required by the work
Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Friday
* other work schedule may be available, as approved by supervisor
Work Location: 1 N Old State Capitol Plz Springfield, IL 62701-1323
* preference given to Sangamon County candidates, but hybrid work schedule may be available to non-Sangamon county
Agency Contact: IBHE Human Resources
Email: humanresources@ibhe.org
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Job Summary
Full Time
$59k-73k (estimate)
05/26/2024
06/04/2024
mcb.illinois.edu
Urbana, IL
<25
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