Accountant | Village of Channahon

The Village of Channahon (Village) is a thriving community with a population of 13,383 (as of the 2020 Census) located 45 milessouthwest of Chicago, just west of Joliet and east of Morris in southwest Will County and eastern Grundy County. Channahon encompasses portions of Channahon, Troy, Aux Sable, Goose Lake, and Saratoga Townships. The Village employs approximately 90 full time, part time, elected, appointed and seasonal employees in 5 departments.

 SALARY RANGE - CBA 2026-27 Range $69,958.47-$87,512.40

 POSITION SUMMARY                                

This is an IUOE, Local 150 represented, hourly position with the responsibility to assist the Finance Director in all areas of the department and operations. The Accountant is a key professional role responsible for the integrity of the Village’s financial records and the execution of essential administrative and fiscal processes. This position supports daily accounting needs and works closely with the Finance Director to ensure the strict application of internal controls and the principle of separation of duties. The position will also assist with the processing of financial reports, financial analysis, and relate records. Work is performed under the direction of the Village Finance Director, but requires a great deal of independent judgment and interaction with other Village officials, department heads, and Village staff. 

 POSITION RESPONSIBILITES

The position involves oversight of day-to-day financial and accounting operations in accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and utility billing.

 QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field and 5 years of professional accounting preferably in a municipal setting or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills including, but not limited to:

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements;
• Software Skills: Proficiency in municipal financial software, enterprise accounting systems, and the Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel skills required);
• Analytical Skill: Strong ability to perform detailed analytical work and present complex financial data clearly, both orally and in writing;
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various stakeholders.

 A background investigation is required for this position.

 BENEFITS (AT A MINIMUM)

Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.  Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available.  457 (b) voluntary deferred compensation plans available.  Paid holidays and other paid time off benefits.