Senior staff accountant Jobs in Peoria, IL

Salary : $74,904.00 - $90,595.00 Annually

Location : Peoria, IL

Job Type : Permanent Full-Time

Job Number : 2025D-10

Department : Finance Department

Division : Finance Accounting

Opening Date : 06 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

The City of Peoria is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Description

Performs the reconciliation of bank accounts monthly and verifies bank balance with general ledger. Responsible for the creation and data entry of journal entries required as part of the monthly financial closing process.

INITIAL SCREENING DATE : WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25, 2025 OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Examples of Duties

Prepares adjusting and accrual entries in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles; prepares cash and investment, capital project, debt, interfund and operating transfer schedules. Assists with grant management, accounting, and reporting. Assists in the coordination of timely month-end and year-end closing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, utility billing and general ledger computer systems. Reconciles subsidiary ledgers and accounting systems to the general ledger on a monthly basis. Maintains fixed asset records and prepares schedules for the audit. Assists with the preparation of the Annual Operating and Capital Budget. Assists with the annual audit including the preparation of confirmations, work papers and required schedules and tables. Assists with the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Maintains accounting schedules for all grant activity for the City.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, or related field; and at least two (2) years of experience in governmental / municipal accounting and / or the same years of experience auditing governmental / municipal entities. Working knowledge and experience with Tyler Munis software a plus. Be able to successfully utilize Microsoft Office software programs (i.e., Word and Excel). Ability to successfully work in an environment with frequent interruptions, handling multiple projects and priorities at one time. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job will be considered.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES : Ability to work with minimal supervision. Discretion when handling confidential information. Working knowledge of accounting and generally accepted accounting principles. Knowledge of internal control procedures, public finance, fiscal planning, payroll, and accounts payable functions. Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports and to prioritize, organize and complete required duties in a timely and accurate manner.

MENTAL / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Work is performed in a normal office environment.

• Please notify the Human Resources Department if accommodations are required to participate in the selection process.

PENSION PROGRAM : Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) : Ten years required for vesting. IMRF Death Benefit - Annual Salary after 1 year's service. IMRF Disability Benefit - 50% of Salary up to 30 months after 1 year's service.

Employee Contribution (12.15%)

Social Security - 7.65%

IMRF - 4.50%

Employer Contribution (14.33%)

Social Security - 7.65%

IMRF - 6.68%

VACATION : No Vacation in first year of employment. Earn 6.67 hours per month.

1st Year of Service - 2 Weeks paid Vacation (Earned Monthly)

After 1 year of Service - 1 additional day earned per year up to 4 weeks

Employees can 'Roll Over' 1 year's plus 1 week vacation accrual from year to year. Credit may be given to new hires for prior government service for accruals.

SICK LEAVE : 6.67 hours per month earned. No limit on total days accumulated. Limit of 120 days paid out upon termination. (Percentage of Career Salary)

PERSONAL LEAVE : Earn 2.67 hours per month.

In First Year of Service - Accrued monthly, up to 4 days per year

2 to 5 Years of Service - 4 days per year

5 Years and Over - 5 days per year

HOLIDAYS : 10 Paid Holidays per year.

MEDICAL / DENTAL INSURANCE : Coverage effective first day of the next month following completion of one calendar month of employment. Members may opt out of the City's insurance program with proof of other coverage - coverage for dependents is optional. The City of Peoria Health Insurance offers two (2) plan options for coverage. Bi-weekly premiums for employees depend on which plan is selected. On your hire date, you will meet with City's Patient Advocate to receive detailed information on the plans and the appropriate premium cost. Depending on plan selection, you can enroll in the Flexible Spending Program (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).

LOW DEDUCTIBLE PPO PLAN

Member Only $49.62 / per pay

Member + Partner $169.33 / per pay

Member + Child(ren) $133.98 / per pay

Member + Family $233.84 / per pay

HIGH DEDUCTIBLE PPO PLAN

Member Only $24.82 / per pay

Member + Partner $84.67 / per pay

Member + Child(ren) $66.99 / per pay

Member + Family $116.92per pay

LIFE INSURANCE : $50,000 group term Life Insurance and $50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - No cost to employee.

Optional Term Life Insurance : Opportunity for extra life insurance in amount up to annual salary (subject to insurance company approval). Employer pays half of monthly premium.

CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE : Savings accounts / loan accounts / checking accounts located at 505 NE Monroe, Peoria, IL 61602; Phone : (309) 494-8790; FAX : (309) 494-8793; Hours : 8am - 12pm and 1pm - 4 : 50pm, Monday through Friday.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT : Available on class-by-class basis, if funds are available, for job-related classes, based on prevailing rates at public institutions, based on grade, upon approval.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION : Three major 457 Plans available. Voya Financial, ICMA, and Nationwide Retirement Solutions

WORKER'S COMPENSATION : Self-Insured Plan.

RESIDENCY : You are required to establish residency with Peoria city limits within one year of employment. However, if you choose to waive the requirement, you must live within a twenty (20) mile radius of City Hall and give up 2% of your base pay for five (5) years. You will need to complete a Waiver of Residency form in the Human Resources Department.