PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR, OPT 8C (ACCOUNTING & CASH MANAGEMENT UNIT MANAGER / CPA)
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Special License - Certified Public Accountant
Bilingual Option: None
Closing Date/Time: 04/01/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,966 monthly; Full Range $7,966 - $11,759 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
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.
Posting Identification Number 45745
Public Service Administrator Opt. 8C (CPA)
***Please upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. ***
Note: The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
*Answer all questions thoroughly-DO NOT STATE SEE RESUME*
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.
Job Overview
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Finance Section, Chief Financial Officer is seeking a Public Service Administrator, Option 8C (certified public account) (CPA) to serve as a Unit Manager to staff in the Accounting and Cash Management Unit, engaged in all aspects of Grants (state and federal) and the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) and its respective programs. The ideal candidate for this position will be organized and detailed and possess the ability to adapt to change in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will also need to be able to communicate effectively verbally, electronically and in writing with both internal and external stakeholders.
The benefits of working at the EPA include a 37 ½ hour work week, a generous salary and benefits package (paid time off for vacation, sick or personal leave, holidays) pension and other retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement, and insurance eligibility on day one (medical, dental, vision, and life). We invite all qualified candidates to apply.
Essential Functions
- Serve as Unit Manager and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) for the Director/Chief of Staff, Chief Financial
Officer (CFO) Finance Section, Accounting and Cash Management Unit; - Manages the Accounting and Cash Management Unit in maintaining a series of accounting general ledgers and
subsidiary ledgers for state and federal programs administered by the unit; - Serves as a working supervisor, directing, coordinating, reviewing, and approving the activities of subordinate staff
engaged in accounting duties; - Responsible for the preparation of data for submittal to internal and external auditing bodies engaged in auditing
financial records/statements of the Agency; - Manages the Cash Management Unit;
- Serves as an accounting liaison between the Finance Section and other bureaus/divisions within the Agency, as
well as external organizational units; - Continues education through formal and in-house training;
- 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 four years of college, with coursework in
accounting and/or courses in auditing, business management, public administration, economics or another related field.
- Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in professional
accounting in a public or business organization.
- Requires possession of Illinois certificate as a licensed certified public accountant.
Specialized Skills
- Requires three years of experience in Grants Accountability Transparency Act (GATA) reporting requirements, GAAP yearend
reporting, and its requirements.
- Requires three years of experience in accounting general ledgers and subsidiary ledgers for state and federal programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers (3) three years of experience in Grants Accountability Transparency Act (GATA) reporting requirements, GAAP yearend
reporting, and its requirements.
- Prefers (3) three years of experience in accounting general ledgers and subsidiary ledgers for municipal, state and/or federal
programs.
- Prefers at least (3) three years of experience in utilizing Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to produce
financial documents and statements in a public or private organization or business.
- Prefers at least three (3) years estimating and budgeting for future needs and cost of personnel, space, equipment,
supplies and services.
- Prefers at least (3) three years of experience in producing documentation for and responding to internal and external audit
requests in a public or private organization.
- Prefers extensive knowledge of agency policies, procedures, programs and service objectives, activities and operational
systems.
- Prefers ability to develop, install and evaluate new and revised methods, procedures and performance standards.
- Prefers ability to exercise judgment and discretion in developing, implementing and interpreting departmental policies and
procedures.
- Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer with extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, and Excel software.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a current and valid driver’s license.
- Requires the ability to travel.
- Requires name-based background check.
- Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including
scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2520 West Iles Springfield IL 62704
Agency Contact: Chris Steinkruger
Email: Christopher.E.Steinkruger@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-558-1256
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement
This position [DOES] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
Revolving Door: “Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”), and seek a revolving door determination from the OEIG, or may be subject to a fine.”
Agency Statement: The mission of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is to safeguard environmental quality, consistent with the social and economic needs of the State of Illinois, so as to protect health, welfare, property and the quality of life. IEPA works to safeguard the states natural resources from pollution to provide a healthy environment for its citizens. By partnering with businesses, local governments and citizens, IEPA is dedicated to continued protection of the air we breathe and our water and land resources.
The IEPA does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent IEPA employment, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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