Job Requisition ID: 48982
Closing Date: 08/21/2025
Agency: Department of Central Management Services
Class Title: GAAP COORDINATOR - 73505
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $7966-$10,000;monthly-anticipated
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: ****************A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING**************** Please attach a
DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the
MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.
Posting ID # 48982 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 SUMMARY This Non-Code position serves as a Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Coordinator; directs and coordinates financial reporting for Central Management Services (CMS); reviews the financial records, reports and statements to ascertain completeness and accuracy prior to submitting GAAP packages or financial statements; serves as liaison to external auditors, internal auditors or the Legislative Audit Commission regarding the information provided in the GAAP packages. Serves as full line supervisor; plans, directs and supervises the accounting activities of professional, technical and clerical personnel. All interested in this position with CMS Office of Finance Management are encourage to apply!
POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Directs and coordinates financial reporting for CMS.
- Reviews and/or is responsible for the financial reporting records, reports, and statements to ascertain completeness and accuracy prior to preparing GAAP packages or financial statements for CMS.
- On behalf of, and as required by CMS, monitors, and ensures the completion of State Comptroller's Office (SCO) forms.
- Serves as full line supervisor.
- On behalf of CMS, serves as liaison and provides answers to external auditors, internal auditors, or the Legislative Audit Commission regarding the information provided in the GAAP packages.
- Keeps abreast of new developments in the financial reporting and accounting fields.
- Reviews, coordinates, and approves external audit reports and findings relative to financial reporting/general accounting functions.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or economics.
- Requires two (2) years' professional supervisory experience.
- Requires three (3) years' professional experience as a CPA conducting audits in accordance with Government Auditing Standards and/or preparing financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Prefers extensive knowledge of working with laws, rules, and regulations relating to state or non-state accounting or auditing procedures.
- Prefers extensive knowledge of working with Systems, Applications & Products (SAP) in Data Processing, QuickBooks, and Peachtree.
- Prefers extensive knowledge of directing, training, and coordinating the activities of subordinates engaged in accounting activities.
- Prefers extensive knowledge of developing and revising difficult accounting and auditing procedures, methods, and techniques.
- Prefers extensive knowledge of analyzing and determining the adequacy of field audit reports and drawing conclusions on which recommendations are made.
- Prefers extensive knowledge of evaluating difficult accounting problems and analyzing and interpreting complex accounting records and reports.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT - Requires the ability to travel.
- Requires applicant to be registered or licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
ABOUT THE AGENCY Central Management Services (CMS) is the operational engine working behind the scenes to enable the State's more than 60 agencies, universities, boards, and commissions to deliver efficient, reliable services to all Illinois citizens. The Agency's mission is to support the State by delivering innovative, responsive, and effective services that provide the best value for Illinois State government and the people it serves. Among the services CMS provides are human resources facilitation; benefits programs for employees, retirees and local governments; property and facilities management; diversity initiatives for public contracting and State employment; joint purchasing support; vehicle fleet oversight and support; surplus property programs; print and electronic communications services; and administrative hearings coordination.
STATE OF ILLINOIS BENEFITS As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
- Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
- 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).
- 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
- 3 paid personal business days per year.
- 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
- Deferred Compensation Program - voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
- Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
- Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today
Work Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday
Work Location: 401 S Spring St, Springfield, Illinois, 62706
Agency Contact: Cara Reiser
217-836-2269
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement
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