Account Technician, Accounting, Springfield, 26-22

Salary$48,384.00 - $61,608.00 AnnuallyLocationSpringfield, ILJob TypeFull-TimeJob Number26-22AdministrationDeputy Chief - AdministrationBureauAccounting - SpringfieldOpening Date05/27/2026Summary of Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide technical support in maintaining and processing financial information by reconciling accounts, maintaining, updating, and adjusting accounting records; obtaining, gathering, verifying, summarizing and providing information pertaining to charitable organizations registrations and annual reports. Verifies financial documents and related charitable organization documents to ensure that information has been accurately posted to the database/record system. Documents and processes financial documents, annual reports and registrations by verifying information; entering information into the accounting system; Maintains historical financial records by updating, adjusting, and entering information into account books, records, and ledgers (manual or automated); verifying accounting information with other internal records. Assists other staff by maintaining detailed records; coding, preparing, and processing routine financial documents; and answering routine questions. Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential. Contributes to the team effort by accomplishing related results in a cooperative and collaborative manner. May be required to cross train and be a back-up on other accounting functions.QualificationsRequires completion of two years college and one year of technical accounting experience or four years of related clerical or bookkeeping experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Requires knowledge of general bookkeeping and accounting techniques and elementary knowledge of State accounting laws, regulations and procedures. Familiarity with standard office accounting machines and personal computers needed. Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the general public required. Attendance is an essential function of this position.Supplemental InformationPosition requires in office attendance.EmployerIllinois Attorney General (IL)Address500 S. 2nd St.Springfield, Illinois, 62701Phone217-524-9075312-814-5698Website offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.As an employee of the Illinois Attorney General's Office, you'll have access to many great benefits. Join the legal team responsible for protecting the public interest of the state and the people of Illinois!Health and Dental insurance along with free Vision insurance*Pension Benefits through the State Employees'; Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program-457kCommuter Savings Program: pre-tax transportation programFlexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre-tax savings programLife insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 x your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance availableDisability coverageEmployee Assistance Program through ComPsychHolidays: 13 1/2 paidVacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, proratedPersonal days: 4 annuallyFloating Holiday: 1 annuallySick days: 1 per monthFor attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal EducationSemi-monthly payrollHealth and Dental cost ranges: for single: $131.00 - $314.00 monthly; for family: $299.00 - $653.00 monthlyFor more information on benefits: visit cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html#J-18808-Ljbffr