Cost Reporting Coordinator

Cost Reporting Coordinator - # 43569

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Agency: Department of Human Services

Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62703

Job Requisition ID: 43569

Opening Date: 01/17/2025

Closing Date: 01/31/2025

Salary:  Anticipated Salary: $6,339 - $9,178 per month ($76,068 - $110,136 per year)

Job Type: Salaried Full Time  

County: Sangamon

Number of Vacancies: 1

Plan/BU: RC062  

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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 43569

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

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Position Overview

The Office of Contract Administration is seeking to hire a position to serve as Cost Reporting Coordinator.  This position supervises and performs desk reviews of audited financial statements and Consolidated Yearend Financial Reports (CYEFR’s), Consolidated Financial Reports (CFR's), Service Organization Control Reports (SOC 1 & 2 Reports) and Grant Closeout Reports submitted by grantee-providers to the department. In addition, assists Bureau Staff with the dissemination and collection of annual financial reporting.  Serves as a working supervisor. Reviews existing policies and procedures, guidelines and forms related to desk reviews on an on-going basis. Performs a variety of technical functions of a highly specialized nature related to the development, analysis, and revision of procedures, methods of operation and processing of Audit, CYEFR, CFR & SOC reviews to ensure that provider grants and vendors adhere to Federal and State regulations and policies.

Essential Functions

• Serves as Cost Reporting Coordinator.
• Serves as a working supervisor.
• Coordinates and processes the Grant Funds Recovery & SOC Report review processes.
• Assists Bureau Staff with the dissemination and collection of annual financial reporting.
• Prepares reports and correspondence in support of group efforts including contact with grantees and Medicaid Providers for the Stop Payment Lists (SPLTS) and vendor hold. 
• Analyzes and determines the specific forms and/or reports necessary to proceed with Audit & CYEFR desk reviews.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires two (2) years of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Specialized Skills

• Of the two (2) years of required experience, requires two (2) years professional experience utilizing advanced Excel skills, such as formatting, Pivot Tables, sorting and subtotal/total functions and a myriad of data collection tools like Crystal Reports, HANA Reports, and Business Objects Reports, and utilizing state and federal rules, regulations and guidelines for the administration of grants, provider agreements and contract development and processing for a public or private organization, as well as preparing reconciliations of individual and group accounts in support of the Grant Accountability Transparency Act (GATA).

Conditions of Employment

• Two (2) years professional experience utilizing advanced Excel skills, such as formatting, Pivot Tables, sorting and subtotal/total functions and a myriad of data collection tools like Crystal Reports, HANA Reports, and Business Objects Reports, and utilizing state and federal rules, regulations and guidelines for the administration of grants, provider agreements and contract development and processing for a public or private organization, as well as preparing reconciliations of individual and group accounts in support of the Grant Accountability Transparency Act (GATA).
• One (1) year of professional experience speaking with and presenting ideas and concepts to large audiences and senior leaders, managers, and grantees.
• One (1) year of professional experience in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• One (1) year of professional experience creating, revising, and utilizing complex documents.
• One (1) year of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to utilize critical thinking skills while multi-tasking, prioritizing, and tracking the process of numerous contracts simultaneously.
• One (1) year of professional experience exercising judgment and discretion in implementing and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.

Work Hours:  8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday; 1-hour unpaid lunch
Work Location: 600 E Ash St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703

Office of Contract Administration

Bureau of Policy and Review

Financial Reporting and Cost Reporting Unit
Agency Contact:  DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Job Family: Leadership & Management; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

A Pension Program

Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

3 Paid Personal Business Days annually

12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)

10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)

*Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)

13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years

Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)

Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link:  https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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