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Accounting Officer - Hybrid

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jul 15, 2025
Connect With Us APPLY NOW Accounting Officer - Hybrid Property Accounting and Reporting - Hybrid Posting Category:Hide Apply Now Sponsorship for Work authorization is not available for this position. Perform complex duties to help maintain the integrity of the Banner fixed asset module that includesadding and updating records through Banner forms and FABweb submissions by units and bycommunicating state and University policies and procedures to departmental officials and staff. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Process new acquisitions of equipment into the fixed asset record using FABweb bolt-on system to obtain information from departments that includes updating the initial Otag record and converting it to a permanent Ptag record. Prepare correcting and reclassification journal vouchers and process corresponding Banner D tags transactions as needed. Analyze transfer of funding journal vouchers prepared by departments to determine when and how the original purchase was entered into Banner Fixed Assets and process corresponding Banner D tag transactions as needed. Prepare correcting or reclassification journal vouchers if necessary. Process trade-in transactions that include determining the vendor discount for equipment traded in, posting journal vouchers to create necessary update records, and adding the new record book value, and disposing of the old, fixed asset record. Provide backup assistance for processing updates to ownership/title codes in Banner Fixed Asset module in collaboration with Grants and Contracts. Provide backup assistance for processing non-cash additions of equipment into the Banner fixed asset record and reconcile non-cash addition account transactions posted to Banner general ledger to ensure they have been correctly used in FOAPAL strings. This includes adding granted or donated equipment, confirming that proper acceptance authorizations have been obtained. Provide backup assistance for recording group asset and fabricated equipment additions to the Banner fixed asset module. Review accounting transactions posted to fabricated and group asset accounts, communicate with units to determine their appropriateness, and post needed transactions to record the equipment correctly in both the fixed asset and general ledger modules. Provide backup assistance for disposal of capitalized fixed asset records to ensure proper accounting in both the fixed asset and general ledger modules. Provide assistance with work performed by co-workers whose classifications are of a lower rank. Perform other assigned duties appropriate for an Accounting Officer classification. QUALIFICATIONS 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Any one or combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the categories below: a. Course work in accounting, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: 9 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months), Course work in any discipline as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: i. 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months) ii. Associate's Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen (18) months iii. 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months) b. Work experience in bookkeeping, office support, or closely related experience. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Extensive knowledge about accounting principles and practices, and the ability to apply them to University business transactions. Specialized knowledge about the regulations set forth by the State Property Control Act and related Central Administrative Services Administrative Code, University policies and procedures (with special emphasis on Section 12), and University Property Accounting and Reporting operating policies and procedures. Knowledge about FABweb operations and Banner fixed asset, general ledger, and procurement modules, screens, and forms. Proficiency with computer skills to perform assigned duties using: Banner, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and various Internet browsers. Proficiency with office equipment including calculators, photocopiers, printers, and facsimile machines. Excellent keyboarding and proofreading skills with strong emphasis on accuracy. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply University policies and procedures in the performance of assigned duties. Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment and discretion in the performance of assigned duties. Knowledge and respect of policies and procedures outlined for both the University of Illinois and the Office of Business and Financial Services. APPOINTMENT INFORMATION This is a 100%% Full Time Civil Service Accounting Officer position. The expected start date is as soon as possible. System Office jobs such as this one are not eligible for the Referral Program. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. The budgeted salary range for the position is $42,242.98 - 46,638.28. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. APPLICATION PROCEDURE & DEADLINE INFORMATION For full consideration, please click the APPLY NOW link on this page to submit an application on the university portal accepting applications for this system office position by 6 pm on . 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Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the System Human Resource Services, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at 217-333-2600, or by emailing ADAaccessibility@uillinois.edu. Requisition ID: 9000851 Job Category: Civil Service Campus Location: Urbana #LI-BS1 . Requisition ID: 9000851 Job Category: Civil Service Campus Location: Urbana #LI-BS1 APPLY NOW Looking for more University of Illinois positions? We invite you to search for positions at each of the University of Illinois' Universities and the University of Illinois System Office. The University of Illinois Foundation is the official fundraising and private gift-receiving agency for the University of Illinois and also offers position in all locations. Click the links below to search for other University of Illinois positions. 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