Accounting Manager | Village of South Elgin

The Village of South Elgin is seeking a highly responsible, detail-oriented candidate ready to handle a variety of accounting activities for the full-time position of Accounting Manager.

Beyond the postcard views of the Fox River. Beyond the award-winning parks, friendly neighborhoods and energetic community events. Beyond the thriving businesses, infrastructure investments and buzz of new construction. Beyond all of that, working for the Village of South Elgin offers even more. Here you’ll find yourself surrounded by hard-working, service-minded colleagues. You’ll know from day one, problem-solving and integrity matter. You’ll join a Village recognized for excellence in financial reporting, receiving the Triple Crown from GFOA for our Popular Annual Financial Report, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Budget Presentation for the last five years. If this describes a community and environment where you’ll thrive, we would like to hear from you. Please see below the qualifications and details regarding our Accounting Manager opening.

Under the supervision of the Administrative Services Director, the Accounting Manager position oversees the day-to-day functions of the accounting and financial reporting division of the Administrative Service Department. This position completes a variety of accounting responsibilities, including completing journal entries, generating year-end reports, preparing materials for the annual audit, completing bank reconciliations, filing payroll related reports, and maintaining accurate financial records. This position oversees the payroll and accounts payable functions of the Village and provides management support in the absence of the Utility Billing & Customer Service Manager and/or Director of Administrative Services. This position requires attention to detail, clear and consistent communication skills, dependable organization skills, and an ability to analyze financial information. Experience with Tyler New World a plus.

Qualified applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in finance, accounting or a closely related field and a minimum three years of related accounting experience. Experience in government finance is preferred.  Any equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.

Normal work hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Village offers an excellent compensation and benefit package with a salary range of $78,887 - $102,929 annually.

The Village of South Elgin has a competitive benefit package with coverage that begins on the first day of employment including health, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a health savings account, a retirement pension plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund and deferred compensation 457(b) plans.  The Village also provides paid holidays, paid vacation and paid sick leave.