Accountant

Job Requisition ID: 52414
Closing Date: 06/24/2026
​Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Class Title: ACCOUNTANT - 00130 (Upward Mobility Program)
Skill Option: UMP Certificate 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $5,127 Monthly; Full Range $5,127 - $7,135 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: N/A

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: 12-05-52414 

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 Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire an Accountant for the Office of Mines and Minerals.  This position will: work directly with Comptroller staff to resolve financial obligation and payment problems; plan the use of the Accounting Information System (AIS) for the Office of Mines and Minerals; prepare and update monthly expenditure analysis reports for the Office and supervisory staff; monitor and reconcile Office attendance and timekeeping records to PAS records.  We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

Essential Functions

• Under general direction, reviews financial accounting records for the Office of Mines and Minerals
• Independently prepares, examines, and analyzes complex statements and reports for the Programmatic Time Report for the Office of Mines and Minerals 
• Analyzes budget needs and writes Federal grant applications for the simplified grant which consists of administrative emergency administrative and emergency construction costs for a period of one year and construction costs for a period of three years 
• Advises staff of proper procedures and rules of the State Statutes Comptroller's Office and CMS prepares or audits contracts
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualification

• 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. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Elementary knowledge of office methods, procedures, standard office accounting machines and equipment.
• Two (2) years of experience performing detailed work involving written or numerical data and to make arithmetical calculations rapidly and accurately, either manually or by machine.
• Elementary knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relating to State or non-state accounting or auditing procedures.
• Two (2) years of experience creating & maintaining Excel spreadsheets & workbooks.
• Two (2) years of experience using Microsoft Office tools, (ie, Word Excel, Power Point & Outlook).
• Two (2) years of work experience working with Accounting Software.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities:

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.

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

Agency and Division Statement

DNR Agency Statement

Charged with preserving, protecting, and promoting Illinois’ natural resources, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites – and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs; flexible/remote work schedules may be available in for certain positions.

Office of Fiscal Management

The Office of Fiscal Management develops budgets, processing payroll, administers workers compensation, manages audits, collects and records cash and receivables, tracks inventory and assets, processes vouchers, and conducts procurements, and holds responsibility for monitoring much of the Department’s operations procedures, to include and review of fiscally related procedures to ensure compliance with all rules, regulations, and accounting standards.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, 1hr. Lunch
Headquarter Location: IDNR, 1 Natural Resources Wy, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Vicky Fowler
Email: Vicky.Fowler@illinois.gov
Phone: 217-785-5387  
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement

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

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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.

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