Governor of Illinois
Expenditure Processing Analyst Advanced (Accountant Advanced)
Governor of Illinois, Springfield, Illinois, us, 62777
Position Overview
The Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Division of Finance, Bureau of Budget and Cash Management is seeking to hire an Expenditure Processing Analyst Advanced. This position conducts complex audits of monthly professional contractors’ expenditure statements and updates financial reports for management review. The role also reviews and updates Title IV‑D cost allocation records, expenditure documents and resource data for cost‑effective financial reports. The analyst posts payments of appropriated contract expenditures to the statewide accounting system, serves as technical advisor to lower‑level staff, and reviews State and Federal regulations and changes in payment processing.
Benefits
Monday‑Friday work schedule
Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. Remote work may be an option for certain positions.
Health, Vision, Life, and Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre‑tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
Paid Sick Days (12 per year)
Paid Vacation Days – (10 in first year, up to 25 annually thereafter)
Paid Personal Days (3 per year)
Paid Holidays (13‑14 annually, based on start date)
At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high‑quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well‑being.
HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds and life experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Essential Functions
Independent audits of monthly professional contractors’ expenditure statements under direction.
Post payments of appropriated contract expenditures to the statewide accounting program (SAP) accounting system.
Review and update Title IV‑D cost allocation records, expenditure documents and resource data for cost‑effective financial reports.
Act as technical advisor to lower‑level staff.
Review state and federal regulations and changes in payment processing.
Keep apprised of statewide accounting practices and procedures for compliance with contract terms.
Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the responsibilities listed above.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of four (4) years of college with courses in business administration and accounting.
Two (2) years of professional experience in accounting, external auditing, budgetary planning and control, or public accounting.
Conditions of Employment
Completion of a background check and self‑disclosure of criminal history.
Ability to utilize and maintain state‑issued equipment such as a laptop.
Other conditions of employment are incorporated and related to the job duties described above.
Work Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Work Location:
201 South Grand Ave E, Springfield, IL 62704‑3803
Email:
HFS.DOFApps@illinois.gov
Posting Group:
Fiscal, Finance & Procurement
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 Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non‑State employees should log in 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
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Benefits
Monday‑Friday work schedule
Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. Remote work may be an option for certain positions.
Health, Vision, Life, and Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre‑tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
Paid Sick Days (12 per year)
Paid Vacation Days – (10 in first year, up to 25 annually thereafter)
Paid Personal Days (3 per year)
Paid Holidays (13‑14 annually, based on start date)
At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high‑quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well‑being.
HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds and life experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Essential Functions
Independent audits of monthly professional contractors’ expenditure statements under direction.
Post payments of appropriated contract expenditures to the statewide accounting program (SAP) accounting system.
Review and update Title IV‑D cost allocation records, expenditure documents and resource data for cost‑effective financial reports.
Act as technical advisor to lower‑level staff.
Review state and federal regulations and changes in payment processing.
Keep apprised of statewide accounting practices and procedures for compliance with contract terms.
Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the responsibilities listed above.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of four (4) years of college with courses in business administration and accounting.
Two (2) years of professional experience in accounting, external auditing, budgetary planning and control, or public accounting.
Conditions of Employment
Completion of a background check and self‑disclosure of criminal history.
Ability to utilize and maintain state‑issued equipment such as a laptop.
Other conditions of employment are incorporated and related to the job duties described above.
Work Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Work Location:
201 South Grand Ave E, Springfield, IL 62704‑3803
Email:
HFS.DOFApps@illinois.gov
Posting Group:
Fiscal, Finance & Procurement
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 Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non‑State employees should log in 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
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr