Tax Auditor Trainee - Spanish Speaking

Job Requisition : 52820
Closing Date: 01/30/2026
Agency: Department of Employment Security
Class

Title:

ACCT FISCAL ADMIN CAREER TRAINEE - 00140
Skill Option: UMP Credential
Bilingual Option: Spanish
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $4,586 monthly + 5% bilingual pay;
Full range $4,586 - $6,228 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as a Tax Auditor Trainee
. This position will participate in an agency training program to develop knowledge, skills, and expertise in auditing employers’ original books and records for compliance with the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Act. Responsibilities include successfully completing classroom‑based training and assessments and traveling to employer worksites to receive on‑the‑job training in performing audits. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who has a background in accounting, payroll administration, or auditing.

The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills, strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of employer tax laws, and experience performing detailed and thorough analysis of financial documents. IDES offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of Illinois employers and job seekers.
During the internal IDES training program there are up to 3 tests that will be given and must be passed, in order to continue within the Accounting and Fiscal Administration Career Trainee program.

• Under immediate supervision, for a period of time not to exceed twelve months, participates in an agency sponsored training program as a Tax Auditor Trainee for the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
• Accepts and completes assignments of increasing difficulty utilizing an agency supplied PC and/or laptop and software
• Participates in meetings with employers and/or their legal representatives
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, conferences, workshops, and other activities which will provide meaningful learning experience
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or an allied field

Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency test and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the educational requirements.

• Requires ability to speak and write the Spanish language at a colloquial skill level in carrying out position duties in conjunction with Spanish speaking clients

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting
• Fifteen (15) credit hours in accounting classes, including at least one audit class
• One (1) year of experience utilizing knowledge of accounting and auditing theories, methods and procedures, including laws, rules, and regulations relating to Government accounting and auditing procedures
• One (1) year of experience examining financial records for discrepancies, including accounting and payroll records
• One (1) year of experience working with financial software systems to review and investigate tax information
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Experience preparing and presenting comprehensive financial, accounting and/or audit reports
• Experience speaking to various groups to convey policy and procedures in a manner easily understood by diverse audiences

• Requires an Illinois State Police background check and self‑disclosure of any criminal history
• Requires ability to successfully complete a fingerprint‑based background check
• Requires ability to utilize Spanish in the performance of all duties
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate,…