ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN I

POSITION SUMMARY

The Department of Central Management Services (CMS) is seeking to hire an Account Technician I to serve the Accounts Payable Unit in the Office of Finance and Management. Under general supervision, this position will perform technical accounting duties related to maintaining expenditure and vendor records along with specialized clerical functions. An ideal candidate will be detail oriented, have strong communication skills, and will either have experience with the operating systems and software used by CMS, or comparable accounting systems and software experience. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we invite all interested applicants to apply!

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Under general supervision, performs technical accounting duties in maintaining established account books of Agency.
• Performs specialized clerical functions in the maintenance of Agency financial documents.
• Communicates with the IOC and Agency Bureaus regarding adjustments to payments and certification of vendors.
• Assists in the development, improvement and recording of accounting procedures and methodologies.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•    Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of two years of college and completion of an approved training course or three years of related clerical bookkeeping experience.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

•    Prefers working knowledge of state or non-state accounting methods, procedures, and techniques.
•    Prefers working knowledge of office methods and procedures. 
•    Prefers working knowledge of principles and functions of standard office accounting machines and equipment. 
•    Prefers one (1) year professional experience establishing and maintaining satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the public.
•    Prefers working knowledge of System Applications Products (SAP) and Statewide Accounting Management System (SAMS).
•    Prefers working knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations relating to state governmental accounting procedures.
•    Prefers one (1) year professional experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This position requires the applicant to pass a background check.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.

ABOUT THE AGENCY

Central Management Services (CMS) is the operational engine working behind the scenes to enable the State’s more than 60 agencies, universities, boards, and commissions to deliver efficient, reliable service to all Illinois citizens. The Agency’s mission is to support the State by delivering innovative, responsive, and effective services that provide the best value for Illinois State government and the people it serves. Among the services CMS provides are human resources facilitation; benefits programs for employees, retirees, and local governments; property and facilities management; diversity initiatives for public contracting and State employment; joint purchasing support; vehicle oversight and support; surplus property programs; print and electronic communications services; and administrative hearings coordination.

STATE OF ILLINOIS BENEFITS

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
•    Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
•    Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
•    10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).
•    12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
•    3 paid personal business days per year.
•    13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
•    12 weeks of paid parental leave.
•    Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
•    Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
•    Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
•    Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
 
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!