GRANT REPORTING MANAGER
- Springfield, IL
- Temporary
- Full-time
Closing Date: 09/15/2025
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Fiscal Management/Accounting/Budget/ Internal Audit/Insurance/Financial
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $9,400 - $11,400 per month ($112,800 - $136,800 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining CoverageA RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTINGPlease attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.Posting Identification Number 49269Why 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.Position OverviewThe Office of Fiscal Services (OFS) is seeking to hire a dynamic, organized, detail-oriented manager in the Federal/State Grant Reporting Unit, Bureau of Revenue Management and Federal Reporting, to provide advice on complex accounting problems and implementation of new procedures and programs related to federal claiming of grant funds. The position will also supervise accounting activities of staff performing timely generation of reports required for federal report purposes and various fiscal information for enhancement of federal matching and estimates of Federal Financial Participation (FFP) expenditures and staff completing drawdown of federal funds.Essential Functions
- Serves as Grant Reporting Manager.
- Serves as full-line supervisor.
- Directs the preparation, verification and reconciliation of cash drawdowns for various grants and programs.
- Manages the preparation, verification, and reconciliation of the quarterly federal financial claiming reports for various grants and programs utilizing the state’s accounting system.
- Prepares work papers for consistent application of costing methodology as set forth in the Cost Allocation Plan for completion of Quarterly Statement of Expenditures for overhead costs.
- Directs, assigns, and reviews the maintenance, production and analysis of federally mandated Cash Management Improvement Act (CMIA) reporting requirements related to federal funds.
- Creates, updates and produces financial reports using accounting system data and creates, updates and modifies process and procedures/internal control documentation.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
- Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college preferably with course work in business administration, accounting, finance, or economics.
- Requires three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in accounting, external auditing, or budgetary planning and control of public accounting for a public or private organization.
- Two (2) years of professional accounting experience preparing, verifying, and reconciling federal financial reports relative to grants.
- Three (3) years of professional experience developing financial reports or statements.
- Three (3) years of professional experience providing advice and technical assistance on complex accounting problems.
- Three (3) years of professional experience working with accounting theory, principles, methods and procedures.
- Two (2) years of professional experience recommending and implementing new procedures and programs relative to federal grants for a public or private organization.
- Two (2) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending counseling and/or discipline following collective bargaining agreements, training staff and approving time off.
- Four (4) years of professional experience utilizing automated accounting systems.
- Two (2) years of professional experience working with Comptroller policies and procedures, Federal and State statutes, administrative rules, and regulations relative to federal grants and programs.
- A Pension Program
- Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
- 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
- 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
- Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
- 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
- Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
- 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
- Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
- GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
- 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
- Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
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