Accountant

$85k

Champaign Unit 4 School District

Champaign, IL

Position Type:
Support Staff (Non-Licensed)/Accountant

Date Posted:
9/4/2026

Location:
Administrative Center - Business Office

Date Available:
Immediately
Our Mission

Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. (required)
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and fundamental accounting and internal-control practices. (required)
Demonstrated ability to reconcile accounts, analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and prepare accurate financial reports. (required)
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data analysis, and spreadsheet organization, and the ability to learn and effectively use the District's financial/ERP systems. (required)
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and detailed financial records. (required)
Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with employees at all organizational levels. (required)
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment. (required)
Professional accounting experience in a school district, governmental entity, public accounting firm, or other complex organization. (preferred)
Knowledge of governmental and fund accounting, including GASB standards and Illinois school district accounting practices. (preferred)
Experience with school district financial reporting, grants, audits, capital projects, fixed assets, payroll accounting, or budget administration. (preferred)
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP), financial management, or school business software. (preferred)
CPA, MBA, CSBO endorsement, or other relevant professional credential. (preferred)

Compensation

The entry level base salary for this position is expected to be $85,000 plus highly competitive benefits, including 100% Board-paid IMRF contributions and 100% Board-paid employee-only health, dental, and term life insurance. There is a minimal employee cost for vision insurance. Additional compensation above the base is offered for those with previous successful experience. A copy of the DSP Salaries & Fringe Benefits document is attached. Questions about salaries or fringe benefits should be directed to the Human Resources Office.

Application Deadline

This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews will be conducted as soon as a suitable pool of candidates is found. To ensure consideration, please submit your application materials as soon as possible.

Important Notes

If you are interested in a brief, confidential conversation regarding your possible interest in this position prior to filling out an application, please contact Chief HR Officer Alejandro Gomez at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

More About Our Community

Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.

Want to Learn More?

If you want to learn more about this position or other career opportunities in Champaign Unit 4 Schools, please contact our Assistant Director of Human Resources & Employee Engagement, Ms. Nancy Whitehouse, at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please include your r sum .

Attachment(s):

Accountant_Job_Description.pdf
DSP Salaries and Benefits 2025-11-10.pdf

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