ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED

Job Requisition ID: 56143 Opening Date: 07/15/2026 Closing Date: 07/28/2026 ​Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED - 00133 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Salary (Eff 7/1/26) $5,572-$7,898/month ($66,864-$94,776/year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Morgan 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. The posting window for internal applicants in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements has already passed. The system will only allow external applications for other means consideration at this time. Internal applicants who have already applied are not required to reapply externally for consideration at other means. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. 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Position Overview The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a detail-oriented and organized Accountant Advanced to perform independently complex accounting and auditing work involving the maintenance of the account system utilized at the Illinois School for the Visually Impaired. The incumbent will review and verify accuracy and appropriateness of financial documents and data on the state of Illinois Accountability, Credibility, Transparency, Sustainability (ACTS) Standard Accounting Program. This position acts as custodian for Petty Cash Funds and prepares Locally Held Fund payments and receipts. The Accountant Advanced meets with inter/intra agency staff and contractors to reconcile complex issues. Essential Functions Performs independently complex accounting and auditing work involving the maintenance of the account system utilized at the Illinois School for the Visually Impaired (ISVI). Reviews and verifies accuracy and appropriateness of financial documents and data on the state of Illinois Accountability, Credibility, Transparency, Sustainability (ACTS) Standard Accounting Program. Examines and verifies accuracy and appropriateness of Locally Held Funds utilizing the current statewide Accounting System. Acts as custodian for Petty Cash Funds. Meets with inter/intra agency staff and contractors to reconcile complex issues. Serves as a professional resource to lower-level staff. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, with courses in business administration and accounting. Requires two (2) years of professional experience in accounting, external auditing, budgetary planning and control or public accounting. Conditions of Employment Must meet Illinois School for the Visually Impaired health and safety requirements. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law. *The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch. Headquarter Location: 658 E State St, Jacksonville, Illinois, 62650 Division of Rehabilitation Services Illinois School for the Visually Impaired Business Office/Accounting Work County: Morgan Agency Contact: View email address on click.appcast.io Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Social Services About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. 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As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: A Pension Program Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually 12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment) Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable) 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only) For more information about our benefits please follow this link: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. 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