ACCOUNTANT - Upward Mobility Program

Job Requisition ID: 59711

Division/Section/Unit: Fiscal Operations/ Accounts Payable/Receivable / Accounts Receivable

HR Tracking #: 38044

Position Title: Accountant - Upward Mobility Program

Opening Date: 10/30/2026

Closing Date: 11/17/2026

Agency: Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

Class Title: ACCOUNTANT - 00130

Skill Option: UMP Certificate

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,127 monthly; Full Range $5,127-$7,135 monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME

Merit Comp Code:

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

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need

Headquarter Location: 320 W Washington St, Springfield, Illinois, 62767

Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: FPR.Employment@illinois.gov

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.

Position Overview

Under general supervision, performs professional accounting work related to the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of revenue ledgers for agency funds for the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (DFPR). Utilizes applicable accounting systems and source documentation to prepare, examine, reconcile, and analyze refunds and credits. Maintains complex and complete set of general account books by fund for the license area. Prepares and reconciles daily manual deposits. Responds to accounts receivable related inquiries from management, auditors, and licensees. Analyzes and evaluates, on an on-going basis, the operational aspect for Accounts Receivable for the purpose of updating effectiveness.

State of Illinois Benefits

• Health, Life, vision, and dental insurance
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pension Plan – Vesting at 10 years for Tier II
• Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
• Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
• Paid state holidays, 12-14 days annually
• 3 paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
• Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12 hour work schedules (as applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
• For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• Under general supervision, utilizes applicable accounting systems and source documentation to prepare, examine, reconcile, and analyze refunds and credits.
• Maintains complex and complete set of general account books by fund for the license area.
• Prepares and reconciles daily manual deposits with departmental fiscal records to ensure proper fund distribution and completion of fiscal statements documenting proper fund allocation for appropriate fiscal clearing accounts.
• Responds to accounts receivable related inquiries from management, auditors, and licensees.
• Analyzes and evaluates, on an on-going basis, the operational aspect for Accounts Receivable for the purpose of updating effectiveness.
• 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 completion of four years of college, with courses in business administration and accounting or four years of technical accounting experience.
• Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this class.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or similar.
• Prefers at least four years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Prefers active licensure as a Certified Public Accountant or Registered Public Accountant.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to pass an agency-conducted background check.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Agency Statement

IDFPR is a regulatory licensing and enforcement agency that protects the residents of Illinois, ensures the safety and soundness of financial institutions, ensures that competent professionals are licensed to provide services to the public, and enhances commerce in the state for the benefit of all its residents.

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

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

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

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.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

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.

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