Accontant

City of St. Charles, IL

$81K — $113K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Detail-oriented with experience in municipal finance or similar accounting roles.
  • Strong knowledge of Treasury Management and capital asset accounting systems.
  • Proficiency in preparing journal entries and handling month-end close processes.
  • Experience with bank reconciliations and balance sheet maintenance.
  • Familiarity with budget preparation and financial documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain Treasury Management and internal service accounting systems.
  • Prepare journal entries and assist in month-end close processes.
  • Conduct bank reconciliations and oversee balance sheet maintenance.
  • Support the preparation of annual and long-term budgets.
  • Assist with quarterly and annual payroll filings.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Prescription discount programs and wellness incentives.
  • Life insurance and retirement pension plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.
  • Retirement savings options available.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
Full Job Description
Salary: $81,000.00 - $113,000.00 Annually
Location : 2 E. Main Street, St. Charles, IL
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Finance
Division: Accounting
Opening Date: 08/08/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A

Description
Looking to progress into the world of municipal finance? The City of St. Charles has an opportunity for you! Currently seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join our Finance Department. We provide a supportive work environment that encourages learning and professional growth. To see what it is like to work for us, check out our

Responsible for a variety of accounting tasks, including auditing, budgeting, control functions, reconciliations, payroll support and other general accounting functions which aid and support the department. Work closely with the Finance Director, Deputy Finance Director, and Sr. Accountant on special projects and ensure the smooth functioning of financial systems.

Examples of Duties

  • Maintaining Treasury Management, capital assets and other internal service accounting systems
  • Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close, bank reconciliations and balance sheet maintenance
  • Assist with annual and long-term budget preparation and document development
  • Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual payroll filings

Qualifications

  • Maintaining Treasury Management, capital assets and other internal service accounting systems.
  • Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close, bank reconciliations and balance sheet maintenance.
  • Assist with annual and long-term budget preparation and document development.
  • Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual payroll filings.

Supplemental Information

  • Starting pay commensurate with experience.
  • Competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, prescription, vision, wellness incentives, life insurance, retirement pension plan with Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, retirement savings options, opportunities for professional development and much more!

Resumes and additional documents can be attached to the on-line application system. If you are unable to apply online, or for other assistance, please contact 630-377-4446.

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