Vouchering Unit Accountant

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

10d•$5,127 - $7,135•Hybrid

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Division of Finance, Bureau of Fiscal Operations, is seeking a Vouchering Unit Analyst to conduct professional accounting activities. The position maintains and examines general and detailed account books, records, and documents entered in the Department’s accounting system. It also reviews travel billings and commercial vendor payments, updates the accounting system, and evaluates general account records and reports. The position operates under general supervision and performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with courses in business administration and accounting, or four years of technical accounting experience.
Ability to utilize and maintain state-issued equipment such as a laptop.
Completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.

Responsibilities

Maintain and examine general account books, detailed account books, and related records and documents entered in the Department’s accounting system.
Review and analyze travel billings and commercial vendor payments.
Update the Department’s accounting system.
Evaluate and analyze general account records and reports.
Examine and evaluate vouchers for compliance with rules and regulations of the Department of Central Management Services, the Illinois Office of the Comptroller, and the Department.
Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the listed duties.

Benefits

Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Pension plan
Paid parental leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs, including medical and daycare
12 paid sick days annually
10 paid vacation days in the first year, with the opportunity to earn up to 25 annually
3 paid personal days annually
13–14 paid holidays annually, based on start date
Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas