ACCOUNTING AND FISCAL ADMINISTRATION CAREER TRAINEE

Agency : Department of Employment Security 
Closing Date/Time: 04/02/2024  
Salary:  Anticipated starting salary $4,110 + 5% bilingual pay a month; full range $4,110 - $5,761 a month
Job Type: Salaried/Full Time
County:  Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program

This position requires the ability to speak and write the Spanish language at a colloquial skill level in carrying out position duties in conjuction with Spanish speaking clients.

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.

Posting Identification Number 

35908

Targeted title for this position is Staff Tax Auditor (ES Tax Auditor I) Req.# 35980

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as a Tax Auditor Trainee. This position will participate in an agency training program to develop knowledge, skills, and expertise in auditing employers’ original books and records for compliance with the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Act. Responsibilities include successfully completing classroom-based training and assessments and traveling to employer worksites to receive on-the-job training in performing audits. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who has a background in accounting, payroll administration, or auditing. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills, strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of employer tax laws, and experience performing detailed and thorough analysis of financial documents. IDES offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of Illinois employers and job seekers.  During the internal IDES training program there are up to 3 tests that will be given and must be passed, in order to continue within the Accounting and Fiscal Administration Career Trainee program.

Job Responsibilities

Under immediate supervision, for a period of time not to exceed twelve months, participates in an agency sponsored training program as a Tax Auditor Trainee for the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). 

Accepts and completes assignments of increasing difficulty utilizing an agency supplied PC and/or laptop and software.

Participates in meetings with employers and/or their legal representatives.

Attends and participates in staff meetings, conferences, workshops, and other activities which will provide meaningful learning experience.

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of theduties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or an allied field; or
2. Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency test and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the educational requirements.
3. Requires ability to speak and write the Spanish language at a colloquial skill level in carrying out position duties in conjunction with Spanish speaking clients.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order Of Significance)

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting
2. Fifteen (15) credit hours in accounting classes, including at least one audit class
3. One (1) year of experience utilizing knowledge of accounting and auditing theories, methods and procedures, including laws, rules, and regulations relating to Government accounting and auditing procedures
4. One (1) year of experience examining financial records for discrepancies, including accounting and payroll records
5. One (1) year of experience working with financial software systems to review and investigate tax information
6. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, including Outlook, Word and Excel
7. Experience preparing and presenting comprehensive financial, accounting and/or audit reports
8. Experience speaking to various groups to convey policy and procedures in a manner easily understood by diverse audiences

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires an Illinois State Police background check and self-disclosure of any criminal history.
2. Requires ability to successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check.
3. Requires ability to utilize Spanish in the performance of all duties.
4. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license and access to an automobile.
5. This position is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. This job may require a good deal of walking or standing, or involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls.
6. Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
7. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Work Location: 1400 South Wolf Road, Wheeling, Illinois, 60090
Agency Contact:  

Jessica Fuhrman

Job Family:  Fiscal, Finance & Procurement

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions . There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.

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.

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