Illinois State University Looking for Accountant I at Normal, IL  Full Time

Job no: 518679
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: Accountant I
Division Name: University Advancement
Department: Advancement & Foundation Operations

Job Summary

Serves as Accountant for the accounting function of the ISU Foundation. Requires an individual with exceptionally strong organizational skills, an analytical mind, and very detail oriented. Basic accounting skills are required as is the ability to handle a high volume of work and to adjust to changing workloads during peak periods. Ability to be flexible and cooperative in a collaborative, fast-paced, dynamic, and sometimes stressful environment. Thorough knowledge of computer spreadsheets and databases and the personal commitment to become an expert and gain working knowledge in foundation accounting operations is critical.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

– Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
– Retirement and supplemental retirement
– Tuition waiver benefits are available to staff as well as their eligible dependents.
– Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
– Paid vacation and sick time

For more University Benefit information:

Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$18.25 – $23.73 per hour

Required Qualifications

1. Any one or combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
A) Work experience and/or training in Accounting or a closely related field
B) College 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 (3) years (36 months)

Preferred Qualifications

1. General understanding of the Illinois State University Foundation, University Advancement, and Illinois State University.
2. Basic knowledge of accounting; good communication, and interpersonal skills.
3. Familiarity with mainframe and personal computer system operations, including work processing and spreadsheet applications.

Work Hours

8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

1. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Remain at workstation for extended periods.

Proposed Starting Date

May 2024

Required Applicant Documents

Resume
Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on “Apply”

Optional Applicant Documents

Transcripts – See Special Instructions to Applicants section for additional options
Certification of Retirement Annuity

Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on “Apply”

Special Instructions for Applicants

Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put “see resume” in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

If using education to qualify, college or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.

To be eligible for Veteran’s Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.

Transcripts, and/or military service documentation may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:

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

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 applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, 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. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Contact Information for Applicants

Breanna Crippen
Human Resources
309-438-8315

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at .