• Job Description

  Req#: 46797

  Job Requisition ID: 46797
  Closing Date: 05/18/2025
  Agency: Illinois Arts Council
  Class Title: ACCOUNTANT - 00130
  Skill Option: UMP Certificate
  Bilingual Option: None
  Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/25): $4,954 monthly; Full Range $4,954 - $6,894 monthly
  Job Type: Salaried
  Category: Full Time
  County: Cook
  Number of Vacancies: 1
  Bargaining Unit Code: RC062
  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.

  Position Overview

  The Illinois Arts Council is seeking a qualified individual with knowledge of professional accounting and auditing theory, principals, methods, and procedures. Under the general direction of the Accountant Supervisor, this individual will work independently to perform technical accounting work and fiscal reporting and to coordinate payroll for the agency.

  Essential Functions

  • Independently performs technical accounting work and fiscal reporting for the Agency.
  • Coordinates payroll and prepares staff payroll vouchers, including for Emergency, Temporary, and Contractual employees; prepares related benefit time summary sheets.
  • Assists staff in various fiscal related work processes.
  • Assists Accountant Supervisor in procuring contracts with vendors and completes forms in the processing of new contracts or renewal of current contracts.
  • Assists with external audits. Prepares documentation and reports for GAAP statements and year-end audits according to CUSAS procedures and auditing standards.
  • Assists with the preparation of Illinois Arts Council Foundation reporting.
  • Keyboards a variety of complex reports, including financial statements, budget forms, and obligations. Prepares correspondence, including audit reports and letters pertaining to the fiscal office. Conducts property inventory; records, tags, and prepares addition/deletion reports.
  • Performs other duties as required by the Executive Director and the Chief Fiscal Officer and 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

  • Prefers two (2) years of professional experience with accounting and auditing theory, principals, methods, and procedures.
  • Prefers two (2) years of experience preparing, analyzing, and interpreting accounting records and reports.
  • Prefers two (2) years of experience performing detailed work involving written or numerical data.
  • Prefers two (2) years of experience making arithmetical calculations rapidly and accurately either manually or by machine.
  • Prefers one (1) year of experience utilizing standard office software (e.g., MS Office 365), Enterprise Resource Planning Systems and Applications (e.g., SAP), and Statewide Accounting Management Systems (SAMS) or comparable software.
  • Prefers one (1) year of payroll experience.
  • Prefers one (1) year of experience in an office setting establishing and maintaining satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the public.

  Employment Conditions

  • Requires completion of background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
  • Requires compliance with the provisions outlined in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act, necessitating the occupant of this position to file of a Statement of Economic Interest. Pursuant to the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.), specific state officials and employees are required to annually submit Statements of Economic Interest to the Office of the Secretary of State, which will be accessible to the public for examination and copying. Employees subject to this requirement must also file a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission, as specified in Executive Order 15-09. Failure to submit these statements in a timely manner may result in fines and penalties.

  The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

  About the Agency

  The Illinois Arts Council serves the people of Illinois through a variety of grants and services, primarily geared to:

  • Support Illinois' Arts Sector: operating and technical support provided to organizations and programs statewide to help keep Illinois’ arts sector vital, vibrant, and accessible to all
  • Advance Arts Education: the arts can be a part of the education of every single child in this state through the programs, services, partnerships, and collaborations of the Illinois Arts Council
  • Foster Creativity and Working Artists: Resources, opportunities, and direct support for the work of individual artists—the foundation of Illinois' creative environment.

  Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  Work Location: 115 S La Salle St., Chicago, Illinois, 60603
  Agency Contact: Willie Lin
  Email: willie.lin@illinois.gov
  Phone #: (312) 814-6070
  Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Arts, Design & Cultural

  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 Title Descriptions. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submissions. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation sections 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.

  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:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
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• About the company

  The Governor of Illinois is the chief executive of the State of Illinois, and the various agencies and departments over which the officer has jurisdiction, as prescribed in the state constitution.

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