Accountant

Job

Requisition

Closing Date: 03/13/2026

Agency:
Department of Children and Family Services

Class

Title:

ACCOUNTANT - 00130

Skill Option: UMP Certificate

Bilingual Option:
None

Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary $4,954 (Full Range $4,954- $6,894)

Job Type: Salaried

Category:
Full Time

County:
Cook

Number of Vacancies : 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical 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  website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors 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

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Cook County Business Office Accountant. Under general supervision, this position will independently examine and reconcile payment discrepancies as indicated by the Board Suspense Report. The position will analyze data and reports of financial and program review of activities, while also serving as designated lead worker to lower level accounting staff.

The position will also review policies and procedures established by both federal and state statutes and regulations in order to determine violations and non-compliance. This position provides a great opportunity for a motivated individual who is interested in playing a role in ensuring that DCFS accounting processes are carried out in an efficient, effective manner. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program.

The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong accounting skills. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois

Essential Functions

* Serves as Cook County Business Office Accountant

* Serve as designated lead worker to lower-level accouting staff

* Reviews policies and procedures established by both federal and state statutes and regulations in order to determine non-compliance

* Assists in ordering commodities, equipment, and field equipment, following state purchasing policies and procedures

* Serves as regional liaison to the Travel Coordinator

* Monitor blankets obligations

* 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 classification.

Preferred Qualifications

* 2 years of experience in an office setting applying elementary knowledge of professional accounting and auditing theory, principles, methods, and procedures.

* 2 years of experience in an office setting applying elementary knowledge of the…