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Accountant III

University/Agency Illinois State University
Civil Service Classification Accountant III
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Posting Duration 9/16/2021 - 9/24/2021
Probationary Period 12 months

Job Description

This position reviews University leases for GASB 87 applicability and is responsible for tracking those leases in accordance with accounting standards. As other accounting standards are released the staff member will assist with determining impact to the University. Works with University departments in providing guidance related to University policy when approving vouchers and journal entries. Assists with institutional billings and creation of ad hoc imports based on departmental needs.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor's degree with a major in accountancy (or equivalent course work)
2. A total of four (4) years (48 months) of progressively responsible experience in professional level accounting work consistent with the next lower level of this series (experienced accountants who apply accounting principles and practices to a variety of responsible accounting, budgeting, cost accounting, and/or other fiscal functions)

*An advanced degree in accountancy or registration as a Certified Public Accountant may be substituted for one year of professional experience.


Salary

$45,000 - $55,000 per year


Links

ISU Jobs Website


Contact Information


University/Agency Illinois State University
Department/College Human Resources
Contact Colette Homan
Phone Number 309-438-8311
Address
Comments Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work experience portions. Please list all education and all jobs you have had. Do not leave gaps in employment. You must list all duties you performed in the job duties section (Phrases such as "See Resume" are not acceptable). Failure to follow any of these instructions may constitute an incomplete application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Copies of transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted by the deadline date in order to receive full consideration for this position. Transcripts may be submitted on-line or to the address/fax listed below.

In order to be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation, such as a DD-214 must be submitted by the deadline date to the address/fax listed below.

If using registration as a Certified Public Accountant to qualify, information must be submitted prior to the application deadline in order to receive full consideration. Certification may be submitted on-line or to the address/fax listed below.

Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Colette Homan
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300

A Civil Service examination will be required. You will be notified by e-mail if you meet the qualifications for the examination. Please closely monitor your email for correspondence regarding your application status.