Account technician

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Job Requisition ID: 50846

Closing Date: 11/03/2025

Agency: Department on Aging

Class Title: ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN II - 00116

Skill Option: None

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $4586, Full Range: $4586 - $6228

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Sangamon

Number of Vacancies: 3

Bargaining Unit Code: RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME

Merit 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.

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.

About the Agency

The MISSION of the Illinois Department on Aging is to serve and advocate for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life.

As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental, and vision plans
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Option pre-tax programs – Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits, please follow this link.

Position Overview

Join a dynamic team where precision and accountability drive daily impact. In this role, you'll manage fiscal transactions across appropriation allotments, obligations, vouchers, and requisitions, coordinate departmental travel in compliance with state regulations, and support operational cash projects as a trusted backup to the supervisor. You'll also research, document, and process accounts receivable for grant programs, contributing to financial integrity and operational continuity. If you're detail-oriented and ready to support essential public service functions, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference.

Essential Functions

• Posts all fiscal transactions to the appropriate accounting system as it pertains to appropriation allotments, obligations, vouchers, and requisitions – daily.
• Utilizes computer program to post/process Federal USDA Adult Day Care Nutrition program.
• Coordinates travel for the Department in accordance with the Travel Control Board regulations.
• Serves as the backup to the supervisor for operational projects on specific cash needs.
• Researches, documents, and process all accounts receivable for grant programs. Submits requests to the Attorney General with appropriate documentation requesting permission to write-off accounts receivable as needed.
• Prepares daily voucher file for submission to the Comptroller.
• 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 the completion of two years of college and one year of technical accounting experience or four years of related bookkeeping experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers two years of work experience in an accounting role.
• Prefers two years of experience demonstrating utilization of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Prefers experience working in Excel utilizing common functions and formulas.
• Prefers experience utilizing accounting software.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to pass a criminal background check.

Work Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday-Friday

Work Location: 1 Natural Resources Wy, Springfield, Illinois, 62702

Agency Contact: Nick Gilmore

Email: [email protected]

Phone #: 217-900-0013

Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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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.

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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:

• [email protected]
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield