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Employer: Illinois Finance Authority

Assistant Accounting Manager, Finance & Administration

Located in:Chicago, IL

Employment type:Full time Work arrangement:Mostly in-office

Salary:$80,000-$90,000/yr

Posted 2 days ago

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field
  • Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience. Prior experience in governmental accounting, public finance, nonprofit accounting, banking, or regulated financial organizations strongly preferred
  • Experience supporting audits, financial reporting, and reconciliations
  • Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”)
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Focus on attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders

Preferences

  • Knowledge of public sector or government operations or not-for-profit organizations
  • Familiarity with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (“GASB”) principles
  • Experience supporting board governance processes or public meetings
  • Experience with data tracking, reporting, or financial analysis tools
  • Interest in economic development, infrastructure, and environmental initiatives

Summary

The Assistant Accounting Manager supports the daily accounting operations of the Illinois Finance Authority (“IFA” or “Authority”) and its climate bank programs. The Assistant Accounting Manager ensures the integrity of financial reporting; compliance with governmental accounting standards and state and regulatory requirements; maintaining strong internal controls; supporting internal and external audits; managing complex fund accounting structures; and transparency across public finance and climate bank funding programs. This key role requires strong accounting expertise, attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a public-sector finance environment.

Position

Work Arrangement

Mostly in-office

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