Southern Illinois University
Accountant I- Continuous Post
Southern Illinois University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Salary:
$19.25 Hourly
Location :
On Campus
Job Type:
Civil Service
Job Number:
202300018
Department:
Various Campus Departments
Opening Date:
02/27/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
FLSA::
Non-Exempt
Security/Safety Sensitive::
NA
Description
Employees in positions allocated to this level are entry-level professional accountants who apply accounting principles and practices to a limited range of accounting, budgeting, and/or other fiscal functions. They work under general supervision.
This listing does not represent an actual vacancy; rather open recruitment allows interested persons to submit materials for future vacancies within this classification.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 reconcilement 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, totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
Work experience and/or training in Accounting or a closely related fieldCollege course work and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field (including 12 semester hours in accounting)
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:
Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.
Tips for Completing a Civil Service Application:1. To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment.2. Relevant part-time work experience will count towards the qualifications for this position and will be converted to full-time equivalence to calculate the total length of experience.3. Upload all official transcripts to meet the educational requirements. If the job description specifies a minimum number of college hours, transcripts are mandatory for the successful processing of your application.4. Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application, unless the same proof has already been submitted in a previous application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves).5. After the position has closed, your application and supporting materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, including any specialty factors associated with this position. Those who qualify will move forward for Civil Service Examination/Testing.6. Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from info@schooljobs.com.7. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at sucss.illinois.gov
About Civil Service Examination/Testing:
The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of application materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, your application will move forward for examination/testing in which you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. This score will be emailed to the email address noted on your application. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.
SIU Carbondale, member of the SIU System, is an anti-racist community that opposes racism, discrimination and inequity in any form, and embraces diversity, inclusion, equity, and justice for all people.
SIU Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.
University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). These benefits include: 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 are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.
Other benefits available to eligible employees include: Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program and a Tuition Waiver Program.
01
Describe your specific work experience reconciling reports and bank statements, noting apparent errors or inconsistencies
02
Describe your specific work experience with examining accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports for accuracy, completeness, and conforming to reporting procedural standards.
03
Describe your specific work experience reviewing and approving documents (such as vouchers, requisitions, and billing authorizations).
04
Describe your specific work experience with maintaining appropriations and other subsidiary ledgers.
05
Describe your specific work experience with processing payroll and other financial analysis procedures.
Required Question
$19.25 Hourly
Location :
On Campus
Job Type:
Civil Service
Job Number:
202300018
Department:
Various Campus Departments
Opening Date:
02/27/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
FLSA::
Non-Exempt
Security/Safety Sensitive::
NA
Description
Employees in positions allocated to this level are entry-level professional accountants who apply accounting principles and practices to a limited range of accounting, budgeting, and/or other fiscal functions. They work under general supervision.
This listing does not represent an actual vacancy; rather open recruitment allows interested persons to submit materials for future vacancies within this classification.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 reconcilement 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, totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
Work experience and/or training in Accounting or a closely related fieldCollege course work and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field (including 12 semester hours in accounting)
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:
Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.
Tips for Completing a Civil Service Application:1. To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment.2. Relevant part-time work experience will count towards the qualifications for this position and will be converted to full-time equivalence to calculate the total length of experience.3. Upload all official transcripts to meet the educational requirements. If the job description specifies a minimum number of college hours, transcripts are mandatory for the successful processing of your application.4. Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application, unless the same proof has already been submitted in a previous application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves).5. After the position has closed, your application and supporting materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, including any specialty factors associated with this position. Those who qualify will move forward for Civil Service Examination/Testing.6. Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from info@schooljobs.com.7. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at sucss.illinois.gov
About Civil Service Examination/Testing:
The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of application materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, your application will move forward for examination/testing in which you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. This score will be emailed to the email address noted on your application. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.
SIU Carbondale, member of the SIU System, is an anti-racist community that opposes racism, discrimination and inequity in any form, and embraces diversity, inclusion, equity, and justice for all people.
SIU Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.
University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). These benefits include: 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 are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.
Other benefits available to eligible employees include: Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program and a Tuition Waiver Program.
01
Describe your specific work experience reconciling reports and bank statements, noting apparent errors or inconsistencies
02
Describe your specific work experience with examining accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports for accuracy, completeness, and conforming to reporting procedural standards.
03
Describe your specific work experience reviewing and approving documents (such as vouchers, requisitions, and billing authorizations).
04
Describe your specific work experience with maintaining appropriations and other subsidiary ledgers.
05
Describe your specific work experience with processing payroll and other financial analysis procedures.
Required Question