Job Description
Payroll Technician (Accountant-UMP) State of Illinois•3.7 Springfield, IL Job Details Full-time $5,572•$7,898 a month 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Pension plan Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Benefits administration HR policy development Microsoft Access Retirement plan management Healthcare benefits management Spreadsheets Mid-level Workers' compensation insurance knowledge Policy & process development Managing budgets in a finance role GAAP Labor contracts Financial data management Technical writing Financial projection model development Business Administration Accounting standards Productivity software Payroll reconciliation Business 2 years Time & attendance systems Accounting Policy Development Payroll record maintenance Internal financial reporting Organizational budget management Excel data analysis
Full Job Description Job Requisition ID:
55304 Opening Date:
05/22/2026 Closing Date:
06/08/2026 Agency:
Department on Aging Class Title:
ACCOUNTANT
•00130 Skill Option:
UMP Certificate Bilingual Option:
None Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary(Effective 07/01/2026): $5572, Full Range:
$$5572•7898 Job Type:
Salaried Category:
Full Time County:
Sangamon Number of Vacancies:
1 Bargaining Unit Code:
RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. 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. About the Agency The MISSION of the Illinois Department on Aging is to serve and advocate for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life. As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position) Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental, and vision plans Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System Deferred Compensation Program•voluntary supplemental retirement plan Option pre-tax programs•Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP) 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment) 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date) 13-14 paid holidays per year 12 weeks of paid parental leave Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits, please follow this link. https:
//www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx Position Overview Join our team and take on a pivotal role in managing the Department's payroll and personnel-related financial operations. In this position, you will develop and maintain personal services cost projections and budget models, serve as the primary liaison for payroll, benefits, retirement, and workers' compensation, and ensure accurate, timely processing through the reconciliation of decentralized payroll and timekeeping systems. You will prepare key GAAP reporting data, contribute to the development of departmental policies and procedures, independently resolve payroll inquiries, and support a wide range of fiscal and administrative functions that keep our operations running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative, service‑focused environment. Essential Functions Prepares and maintains personal services cost projections and budget models for payroll and fiscal related transactions by fund for all operational divisions or cost centers within the Department. Administers and acts as agency liaison for the administration of payroll, benefits, retirement, and workers' compensation. Maintains and reconciles the agency's decentralized payroll, timekeeping, and benefit systems to ensure that accurate and timely processing of transactions are accomplished. Prepares GAAP reporting data for Compensated Absences and other reports related to payroll, timekeeping, and benefits for supervisor review. Assists with writing and maintaining Department policy and procedures related to the accounting and budgeting of payroll and benefit transactions. Independently resolves payroll inquiries and completes appropriate adjustments. Performs other duties that are required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with courses in business administration and accounting or four years of technical accounting experience. •Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification. Preferred Qualifications Prefers four years of experience working with the various personnel codes, Rules & Pay Plan, the Bargaining Unit agreements, Healthcare Benefits plans, and retirement system regulations. Prefers two years of experience working with the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically utilizing formulas and functions in Microsoft Excel and database management in Microsoft Access. Prefers two years of experience in professional accounting and auditing theory, principles, methods, and procedures. Prefers two years of experience utilizing the laws, rules, and regulations relating to state or non-state accounting or auditing procedures. Prefers two years of experience demonstrating the ability to perform payroll reconciliations. Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass a criminal background check. Work Hours:
8:30am•5:00pm Monday-Friday Headquarter Location:
1 Natural Resources Wy, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 Work County:
Sangamon Agency Contact:
Nick Gilmore Email:
Phone #: 217-900-0013 Posting Group:
Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Employee Services This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP) . General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission . UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application. 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 the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: 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:
