Grant Accountant (CONTRACTUAL)

State of Illinois•Chicago, IL

21h•$34 - $37•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides fiscal and administrative support for the R3 (Restore, Reinvest, Renew) program. The contractor will assist with processing grant-funded contracts and payments, ensuring compliance with State fiscal requirements and supporting timely program operations. The role works closely with internal fiscal and grants units to address workload demands and maintain accurate and efficient grant administration. This is a hybrid position. This position is TEMPORARY and does NOT include state benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
At least two (2) years of experience in fiscal operations, grant administration, payment processing, or contract processing within a governmental or grant-funded environment.
At least two (2) years of experience handling confidential financial and tax-related information in compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
MUST BE ABLE TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY AND AVAILABLE FOR CHECK-INS WITH SUPERVISOR.
MUST BE ABLE TO PASS BACKGROUND CHECK.
MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE
MUST BE ABLE TO MEET ABILITY TO TRAVEL THROUGH THE STATE OF IL AS NEEDED.

Nice To Haves

Experience processing grant-funded payments and contracts in a State or public-sector environment.
Knowledge of State fiscal policies, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
Experience supporting high-volume or time-sensitive payment and contract workflows.
Experience working with grant programs similar to R3 or other criminal justice or violence prevention grants.
Proficiency with financial, grants management, or contract tracking systems.