FINANCIAL AUDITOR / Public Service Administrator, Option 8C

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) serves as the regulatory body for all gambling activities across the state of Illinois. The IGB administers a regulatory and tax collection system for the expanding casino gambling, video gaming, and sports wagering in Illinois. We are committed to preserving the integrity of the Illinois gaming industry. The Illinois Gaming Board is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with coursework in accounting, auditing, or finance.
Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or private accounting or auditing office.
Requires certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Pass the Illinois Gaming Board background investigation (background check).
Requires a valid, appropriate driver’s license and the ability to travel.
Requires the ability to work overtime.
Must comply with the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act: No State employee who works for the Illinois Gaming Board, or spouse or immediate family member living with such person shall, during State employment, hold an ownership interest, other than a passive interest in a publicly traded company, in any gaming license under the Illinois Gambling Act, the Video Gaming Act, the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975, or the Sports Wagering Act.
Must comply with the Illinois Gambling Act: No person shall be employed to serve the Board who is, or whose spouse, parent or child is, an official of, or has a financial interest in or financial relation with, any operator engaged in gambling operations within this State, or any organization engaged in conducting horse racing within this State.
Must comply with the Illinois Gambling Act: For the one year immediately preceding employment, an employee shall not have been employed or received compensation or fees for services from a person or entity, or its parent or affiliate, that has engaged in business with the Board, a licensee, or a licensee under the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

Nice To Haves

Prefers at least at least 3 years’ experience conducting compliance audits.
Prefers at least 3 years’ experience drafting and presenting audit findings both in writing and orally.
Prefers at least 3 years’ experience using computerized auditing tools.
Prefers at least 3 years’ experience using Microsoft programs including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point.

Responsibilities

Serves as Auditor or Auditor in Charge on routine and non-routine compliance, operational and other management request audits of casinos, casino related licensees, video gaming licensees, including manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, terminal operators, establishments, and other video gaming related entities and processes, including the video gaming central system and sports wagering licensees, including master sports wagering licensees, management service providers and suppliers.
Conducts and attends entrance meetings with licensees to discuss the detail, duration and scope of the audits with licensees.
Performs a variety of duties relating to the review of all laws enforced by the Illinois Gaming Board including Video Gaming, Casino and Sports Wagering operations in the State of Illinois to assist in ensuring compliance with laws, rules and other promulgated requirements according to the Video Gaming Act (230 ILCS 40), the Illinois Gambling Act (230 ILCS 10), the Sports Wagering Act (230 ILCS 45) and Illinois Gaming Board Adopted Rules and regulations.
Assists investigators from other Gaming sections during administrative and criminal investigations regarding financial compliance issues.
Assists in development of appropriate statewide Risk Assessments and preparation of audit procedures, manuals and standards as requested by IGB management.
Continues professional development through relevant continuing education, both formal and in-house training.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
Paid vacation time annually
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
3 paid personal business days per year
13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility