Finance Systems Analyst

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Under immediate supervision, for a period of six (6) to twelve (12) months, the trainee receives structured classroom and on-the-job training involving various facets of agency-wide activities and operations related to the processing of all types of taxes. As part of the training program, the trainee completes assignments of a routine nature in specific phases of the tax examining process and receives classroom and on-the-job instruction on tax laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, research methods, communication skills, and computer usage/concepts.

The trainee also receives basic technical training in specialized operations to enable assistance in priority situations. Periodic evaluations are conducted, and upon successful completion of the training, the trainee qualifies for promotion to a Revenue Tax Specialist I position.

• Holder of a bachelor’s degree or ∘01  eight years of supportive tax‑related experience.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to benefit from training and become knowledgeable about tax laws and regulations.
• Ability to develop and maintain satisfactory working relationships with the public and other employees.
• Ability to absorb and understand information related to tax analysis techniques.
• Basic arithmetic skills (add, subtract, divide, multiply quickly and accurately with or without a calculator).
• Proficiency in computer software and equipment usage.
• Ability to convey necessary information tactfully and diplomatically under difficult conditions.
• Maturity and stability to adjust to work assignments, job pressures, and demands.
• Clear oral communication with taxpayers and their representatives.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

WORK HOURS: 7:45 A.M.

- 4:15 P.M.

WORK LOCATION:
DEPT OF REVENUE/ACCT PROCESSING/CENTRAL PROCESSING
101 WEST JEFFERSON
SPRINGFIELD, IL

A & R SHARED SERVICES CENTER
101 WEST JEFFERSON WIB MAIL CODE 3-110
SPRINGFIELD, IL

for applicant information and grading procedures. This position may require a current grade from Central Management Services (CMS), Division of Examining and Counseling, to be deemed qualified and available for employment consideration.

For more information, refer to the Work4

Illinois website inois.gov and select 'Application Procedures'. Additional information may also be obtained from the agency contact listed above or by contacting CMS, Division of Examining and Counseling at Work4

Illinois or by phone ,  (TDD/TTY), or  (TTY Only).

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• Additional Title and Exam Information
• Test Information Guide

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NOTE: Salary amounts shown are only to be used as a guide; actual salary will be determined at the time of hire based on current salary plans and/or collective bargaining agreements, if applicable.

State of Illinois employees may be eligible for a variety of benefits associated with their employment. These include a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, vacation and sick leave days, and a generous retirement plan. To learn more about the benefits of state employment, explore the Illinois Benefits website.

• Healthcare Benefits – comprehensive health and dental program with supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement Benefits – generous pension program with tailored options.
• Workplace Benefits – holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

The above benefits are available to most state employees, except for those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary, part‑time, and student worker positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits.