Government Accountant Salary in Illinois

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How much does a Government Accountant make in Illinois? The average Government Accountant salary in Illinois is $64,041 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $58,368 and $70,613. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Location	Avg. Salary	Date Updated
Location Cicero, IL	Avg. Salary $65,668	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL	Avg. Salary $65,418	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL	Avg. Salary $59,283	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL	Avg. Salary $59,846	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL	Avg. Salary $60,785	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL	Avg. Salary $65,418	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL	Avg. Salary $58,970	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL	Avg. Salary $58,469	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL	Avg. Salary $60,785	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL	Avg. Salary $57,593	Date Updated March 26, 2024

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Government Accountant - Senior

WWC Global - Scott Air Force Base , IL

WWC Federal is seeking a Senior Government Accountant for a contract within the Department of Defense (DoD) at USTRANSCOM in support of Business Process Reengineering (BPR) for the Joint ...

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General Fund Lead Accountant

Rapier Solutions - Arlington , VA

Ensure compliance with federal government accounting standards, including Statement of Federal Financial Accounting Standards (SFFAS), OMB Circular A-11, and OMB Circular A-136. * Utilize expertise ...

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Sr. Compliance Accountant

AEVEX Aerospace - Del Mar , CA

The Sr. Compliance Accountant serves as the primary point of contact with government auditors and will be responsible for analyzing and reconciling cost data to ensure compliance with company policy ...

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Accountant/Billing Specialist (Gov't or Maritime Experience Preferred)

Patriot Contract Services - Houston , TX

Review detailed supporting documentation to ensure it meets requirements of government customers for billing purposes. * Research and review accounting records for proper documentation, if missing

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Senior Financial Accountant

Hope Advising - Fort Wayne , IN

Nonprofit or government accounting experience preferred. * Experience with Sage50 Accounting or similar accounting software preferred. * Experience with reporting to board of directors, regulatory ...

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Senior Accountant , Government Contracting

Fedtec - Reston , VA

Senior Accountant Government Contracting Work Location: Reston, VA Responsibilities: * Taking ownership of the AP and AR functions for the company * Assisting in contract set up and closeout ...

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What does a Government Accountant do?

Common responsibilities of a Government Accountant

Consult with clients on implementing new accounting standards such as the new revenue recognition standards.

December 03, 2022

Assists external auditors and tax accountants at year- end with preparing schedules, providing explanations of supporting materials and procedures, and preparing any other necessary data.

January 01, 2023

Understand and maintain the Company's key internal controls and ensure they are being performed properly and timely.

February 17, 2023

Provide Grant Managers with information related to available funding on their contracts via detailed budget vs actual analysis and light forecasting.

February 24, 2023

Prepare monthly financial statements and consolidated financial statements through the month end close process within a tight deadline.

February 25, 2023

Develops and maintains an understanding of the accounting operations within each assigned client.

April 06, 2023

Train junior staff on Audit procedures as well as organizational procedures.

April 06, 2023

Manages continual process improvement/projects using best practice models for reporting financial results.

April 15, 2023

Prepares day-to-day and month-end close entries including revenue, payroll, prepaid expenses, unbilled accounts receivable, and accrued liabilities.

April 30, 2023

Demonstrate a strong controls mindset and be willing to facilitate and drive effective controls throughout the organization.

May 08, 2023

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