International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP)
Accountant I- Continuous Post (2026)
International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP), Tampa, Florida, us, 33646
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Description Accountant I – Continuous Post (2026) – entry‑level professional accountant who applies accounting principles and practices to a limited range of accounting, budgeting, and/or other fiscal functions, working under general supervision.
This posting does not necessarily represent an actual vacancy; it allows interested applicants to submit materials for future vacancies within this classification.
The starting wage is listed above. This position is represented by ACsE/IEA-NEA: Associate of Civil Service Employees. For more information regarding salary and other details, visit https://laborrelations.siu.edu/labor-contracts/.
Examples of Duties
Reconciles reports and bank statements, noting apparent errors or inconsistencies.
Examines accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Reviews and approves documents such as vouchers, requisitions and billing authorizations.
Maintains appropriation and other subsidiary ledgers.
Prepares financial statements and reports.
Closes account books.
Routinely manages and reconciles cash accounts.
Prepares fiscal reports and assists with fiscal administration of grants and contracts.
Assists in reconciliation of fixed assets.
Assists higher level accountants in evaluation, implementation, and operation of automated accounting systems.
Assists in financial analysis procedures.
May supervise lower level staff.
Processes payroll.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Any one or any combination of the following, totalling three (3) years (36 months):
Work experience and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field.
College coursework and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field (including 12 semester hours in accounting).
Equivalent of 36 months through higher education:
30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months).
Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months).
90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months).
Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months).
Supplemental Information Illinois Residency Requirement:
Out‑of‑state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date.
Tips for Completing a Civil Service Application:
Ensure a complete employment history with start and end dates.
Relevant part‑time experience will convert to full‑time equivalence.
Upload official transcripts as required.
Veteran preference: provide proof within ten (10) working days, e.g., DD214/DD215, NGB22, or DD256.
After the position has closed, materials will be reviewed to determine eligibility.
Monitor e‑mail for updates; emails from info@schooljobs.com.
For more info on Civil Service classifications, visit sucss.illinois.gov.
Sponsorship for Work Authorization:
Not available. For more information, visit https://policies.siu.edu/policies/employment-non-us-citizens.php.
Benefits University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits administered by the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS): Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.
Eligible employees must participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS).
Other benefits: generous paid time‑off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program, extensive tuition benefits including tuition waiver/application fee waiver for the employee and dependents, Legacy tuition rate for children of SIU Alumni, and Civil Service Employee Counsel (CSEC) Education Assistance Program (EAP).
For more information, visit https://hr.siu.edu/benefits/.
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Description Accountant I – Continuous Post (2026) – entry‑level professional accountant who applies accounting principles and practices to a limited range of accounting, budgeting, and/or other fiscal functions, working under general supervision.
This posting does not necessarily represent an actual vacancy; it allows interested applicants to submit materials for future vacancies within this classification.
The starting wage is listed above. This position is represented by ACsE/IEA-NEA: Associate of Civil Service Employees. For more information regarding salary and other details, visit https://laborrelations.siu.edu/labor-contracts/.
Examples of Duties
Reconciles reports and bank statements, noting apparent errors or inconsistencies.
Examines accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Reviews and approves documents such as vouchers, requisitions and billing authorizations.
Maintains appropriation and other subsidiary ledgers.
Prepares financial statements and reports.
Closes account books.
Routinely manages and reconciles cash accounts.
Prepares fiscal reports and assists with fiscal administration of grants and contracts.
Assists in reconciliation of fixed assets.
Assists higher level accountants in evaluation, implementation, and operation of automated accounting systems.
Assists in financial analysis procedures.
May supervise lower level staff.
Processes payroll.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Any one or any combination of the following, totalling three (3) years (36 months):
Work experience and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field.
College coursework and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field (including 12 semester hours in accounting).
Equivalent of 36 months through higher education:
30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months).
Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months).
90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months).
Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months).
Supplemental Information Illinois Residency Requirement:
Out‑of‑state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date.
Tips for Completing a Civil Service Application:
Ensure a complete employment history with start and end dates.
Relevant part‑time experience will convert to full‑time equivalence.
Upload official transcripts as required.
Veteran preference: provide proof within ten (10) working days, e.g., DD214/DD215, NGB22, or DD256.
After the position has closed, materials will be reviewed to determine eligibility.
Monitor e‑mail for updates; emails from info@schooljobs.com.
For more info on Civil Service classifications, visit sucss.illinois.gov.
Sponsorship for Work Authorization:
Not available. For more information, visit https://policies.siu.edu/policies/employment-non-us-citizens.php.
Benefits University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits administered by the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS): Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.
Eligible employees must participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS).
Other benefits: generous paid time‑off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program, extensive tuition benefits including tuition waiver/application fee waiver for the employee and dependents, Legacy tuition rate for children of SIU Alumni, and Civil Service Employee Counsel (CSEC) Education Assistance Program (EAP).
For more information, visit https://hr.siu.edu/benefits/.
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