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Date: Jul 31, 2026
Location:
Springfield, IL, US, 62701
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Job Requisition ID: 57493
Job Requisition ID: 57493
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Closing Date: 08/14/2026
Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Fiscal Management/Accounting/Budget/ Internal Audit/Insurance/Financial
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipating Starting Salary $8,571 - $10,500/Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
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.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Financial Review Auditor. Under administrative direction, this position will administer and conduct advanced level audits for all private agency operations as assigned throughout the state and will manage and conduct desk reviews of audit reports sent in by private agencies. The position will compose complete and detailed audit reports and provide oversight of subordinate professional staff. This position provides a great opportunity for a motivated individual who is interested in playing a role in ensuring that private agencies under contract with the Department meet DCFS requirements with regard to fiscal considerations. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong leadership skills. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.
Essential Functions
Serves as Financial Review Auditor
Manages and conducts desk reviews of audit reports sent in by all private agencies
Composes complete and detailed audit reports
Serves as full line supervisor
Maintains contact with private agency accountants and/or CPA's for explanation and clarification of financial statement items
Prepares for audits by reviewing DCFS, state, and federal policies, procedures, rules and regulations, prior audit reports, notes, and other relevant materials
Provides training to new staff regarding the audit process and DCFS policies and procedures and takes par in management training
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree with coursework in auditing, business management, economics, computer science, accounting, or other related subjects.
Requires three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in auditing and certification as a Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Public Accountant OR four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in auditing
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of professional experience conducting financial statement field audits in a public or business organization.
Five years of professional experience in the analysis and review of financial statement documents in a public or business organization.
Five years of professional experience working with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFR), or other comparable regulatory frameworks in a public or business organization.
Five years of professional experience utilizing 2CFR 200 or other comparable regulatory frameworks in a public or business organization.
Five years of professional experience utilizing audit methodologies, such as risk assessment, sampling, walkthroughs, or controls testing in a public or business organization.
Five years of experience supervising professional staff in a public or business organization.
Five years of professional experience working with computerized auditing systems in a public or business organization.
Condition of Employment
Requires ability to pass a background check.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics
Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus.
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 & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
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
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 406 E Monroe St, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Fisayo Oyadeyi
Email: Fisayo.Oyadeyi@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Social Services
Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.
Economic Interest
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield
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Top Industries Hiring
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- Staffing & Recruiting
- Technology & Software
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in financial auditor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
- CPA license or active CPA candidacy with completed exam sections
- Proficiency in audit management software such as TeamMate or AuditBoard
- Knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and internal control frameworks including COSO
- Two or more years of audit experience in public accounting or internal audit
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle for data extraction and testing
Tips for Your Financial Auditor Job Search
Tailor your resume to audit methodology
List the specific audit frameworks you've worked under, such as GAAS, GAAP, or PCAOB standards, alongside the industries you've audited. Recruiters scan for these terms first, so burying them under generic responsibilities costs you interviews.
Highlight your CPA or CIA credential status
If you're CPA-eligible but not yet licensed, say 'CPA candidate' and include your exam section pass dates. Employers treat that differently from no progress at all, and it keeps you competitive against fully licensed applicants.
Filter openings by audit type, not just title
Search for 'internal audit,' 'external audit,' and 'IT audit' separately alongside 'financial auditor.' Many postings use these terms instead of the generic title, and you'll surface roles that match your actual specialty.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists financial auditor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for technical case questions upfront
Financial auditor interviews regularly include scenario questions about identifying misstatements, evaluating internal controls, and handling client pushback. Practice walking through a real finding from your experience, including how you documented it and escalated if needed.
Negotiate offer timing around busy season
Public accounting firms and large corporate audit teams have hard deadlines tied to fiscal year-end close. If you're in late-stage interviews between October and January, ask about your start date relative to their peak season so you don't onboard during the most chaotic stretch.
Financial Auditor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most financial auditors?
The companies hiring the most financial auditors right now include FSA, Wipfli, and The Cigna, with the largest share of openings in District of Columbia, Georgia, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is consistently strong at large public accounting firms, financial institutions, and healthcare systems.
How many financial auditor jobs are remote?
About 50% of financial auditor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote options more common in internal audit and IT audit roles than in client-facing external audit positions. Roles requiring on-site fieldwork or client access are still predominantly in-person.
How do you become a financial auditor?
Start with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, then pursue CPA licensure by passing all four exam sections and meeting your state's experience requirement. Most entry-level auditors begin in public accounting to build technical and industry breadth, then move into internal audit or specialized roles. Earning a CIA or CISA credential later strengthens your path into senior positions.
Can you get hired as a financial auditor without much experience?
Yes, many public accounting firms and corporate audit teams hire at the staff level with no prior audit experience if you have a relevant degree and strong academic standing. Internships in accounting or finance carry significant weight, and passing one or more CPA exam sections before graduation signals readiness. Smaller firms and government audit offices are often more flexible on experience requirements than Big Four or large banks.
What does the financial auditor interview process look like?
Most financial auditor interviews run two to four rounds. The first is typically a recruiter screen covering your background and availability, followed by a technical interview with an audit manager that tests your knowledge of audit procedures, internal controls, and accounting standards. Final rounds often include a case or scenario question and a meeting with senior leadership or a partner who evaluates judgment and client communication skills.
Where can I find and apply to financial auditor jobs?
You can find and apply to financial auditor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, audit specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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