Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number
S27409P

Posting Date
09/15/2026

Closing Date
09/22/2026

Title
Accounting Associate

Working Title
Accounting Manager

Salary Range
80K to 95K Annual

Employee Class
Civil Service

Department
Accounting and Financial Reporting

Full-time/ Part-time
Full-time

Specialization

Responsible for the management of business, fiscal, and/or administrative operations. Interacts with a wide variety of internal and external constituents regarding business, fiscal and/or administrative functions with a high level of autonomy and independent decision-making, work under the direction of a designated administrator(s).

Hours Per Week
40

Standard Work Week
Monday - Friday

Benefits

This position is eligible for health, dental, life insurance and other benefits through Chicago State University. Click here for a complete list of benefits: https://csu.edu/humanresources/benefits.htm

Job Summary

The Accounting Manager reports to the Controller and oversees the Accounting III, II, I and Accounts Payable functions.

Job Description

Financial Leadership & Accounting Operations

Oversee all accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable, student accounts (Business Office), payroll accounting, cash receipts, and fixed assets.

Manage timely month-end and year-end close processes.

Maintain fund accounting structures consistent with Illinois public community colleges, including the Education, Operations & Maintenance, Bond & Interest, Auxiliary, and Restricted funds.

Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Develop financial policies related to key accounting areas, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; accounts payable; cash reporting; requisitions; payroll; and from/to due-to fund transfers.

Ensure processes follow workflows that are efficient and effective.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Prepare monthly and annual financial statements for senior leadership.

Coordinate ICCB fiscal reporting and ensure compliance with Illinois statutes and administrative rules.

Coordinate the HLC reporting required for accreditation purposes.

Ensure capital project accounting compliance, including bond proceeds and state capital funds.

Treasury & Cash Management

Provide cash management oversight, detailing both incoming and outgoing cash projections on a weekly basis.

Manage the Working Cash account, including required withdrawals and replenishments.

Audit & Asset Management

Maintain fixed asset records and reconcile quarterly and annual inventory audits.

Serve as the primary liaison to external auditors and coordinate annual financial and single audits.

Strategic Leadership & Collaboration

Develop, in collaboration with the Controller and CFO, the department's short- and long-range goals consistent with senior management's directives.

Engage in meetings, committees, task forces, and other activities as needed to represent the College's financial perspective.

Staff Leadership & Professional Development

Supervise accounting staff and maintain appropriate segregation of duties. Provide training sessions on accounting policies and other relevant topics as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER
  
  
  1. 1. Bachelor's degree with a major in Accountancy or a related field AND two (2) years of professional level accounting experience.
        OR
     2. Possession of current registration as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant, or a valid license to practice Public Accounting (LPA).
        OR
     3. Master's degree in Accountancy or a related field.
  2. Additional education, training, and/or work experience in an area of specialization inherent to the position may be required:

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position.
• Two (2) years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience.
• (NOTE: A Master's degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) hear (12 months ) of work experience.)
• Proven public-sector accounting experience.
• Experience managing audits.
• Experience in hiring and supervising staff.
• Experience in developing and implementing accounting accounting policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of GASB standards and fund accounting.
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Ability to work independently and effectively organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to analyze and develop guidelines, procedures and systems to outline specific goals and implement plans to prioritze, organize, and accomplish tasks.
• Ability to manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and explain work related documents, policies, and procedures.

Additional Applicant Information

Physical Requirement/ Demands

Work Environment