ACCOUNTANT

Job Requisition ID: 55165Opening Date: 04/10/2026Closing Date: 04/24/2026Agency: Illinois State PoliceClass Title: ACCOUNTANT - 00130 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: NoneSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $5,127 monthly; Full Range $5,127 - $7,135 monthlyJob Type: SalariedCategory: Full Time County: SangamonNumber of Vacancies: 1Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCMEMerit 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 illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Position Overview: The Illinois State Police (ISP) is seeking to fill the role of Accountant. This position supports ISP grant operations by maintaining detailed fund‑level accounting records using Excel and SAP, providing guidance on proper grant accounting practices, and preparing analytical reports for both grantee and grantor activities. The position assists divisions with grant draw support, helps ensure compliance with federal and state grant requirements, and contributes to developing and reviewing Corrective Action Plans. ISP encourages all those who qualify to apply! The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including: Health, life, vision, and dental insurance. 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave. Pension Plan Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs. Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually. Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service. Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date. Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually. 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.Essential Functions Utilizes a combination of excel files and SAP accounting software to maintain a complex, complete set of general accounting books by fund for grants. Offers guidance to ISP divisions regarding proper grant accounting. Gathers, analyzes, and prepares various reports related to grans for both agency grantee and grantor. Provides grant draw support to ISP divisions as needed. Assist in ensuring Agency-wide compliance with Federal and State grant requirements. Assist in reviewing and preparing Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) for grants. 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 years college, with courses in business administration and accounting or four 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 classificationPreferred Qualifications Prefers two (2) years of accounting experience. Prefers one (1) year of experience preparing accounting reports. Prefers one (1) year of experience reconciling accounting records. Prefers one (1) year of experience using System Applications and Products in Data Processing (SAP) accounting software. Prefers demonstrated knowledge of 2 CFR 200 and/or State of Illinois Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA). Prefers intermediate level of expertise using Adobe Professional, Microsoft Word and Excel. Conditions of Employment Must successfully satisfy Illinois State Police background investigation. Must pass Illinois State Police drug screening. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.About the Agency The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pmHeadquarter Location: 801 S 7th St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703Work County: SangamonAgency Contact: View email address on click.appcast.io Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application. This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website. 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: View email address on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io