Accountant II

General Description

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package, and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

The Accountant II is responsible for a broad range of financial and accounting duties, with a primary focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, and procurement card administration. The role supports financial operations across the Regional Office of Education (ROE) and the LCROE Foundation by ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant financial processing. This position requires a strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal departments and external vendors.

Essential Functions

Key Responsibilities: Accounts Payable

• Input, process, and distribute accounts payable disbursements, including reimbursements.
• Archive supporting documentation for accounts payable transactions.
• Investigate and resolve outstanding or uncashed accounts payable checks.
• Prepare and issue annual 1099 forms in compliance with IRS regulations.
• Maintain tracking logs for recurring monthly payments (e.g., utilities, copiers).
• Receive, organize, and route invoices/payment requests for review and approval.
• Provide prompt and professional responses to employee and vendor inquiries.
• Offer support and training to departments on accounts payable processes, reporting tools, and systems.

Cash Receipts & Accounts Receivable

• Receive, organize, and process deposits; input and post transactions in the accounting system.
• Issue invoices and maintain supporting documentation.
• Respond to inquiries regarding deposits and receivables.
• Run aging reports and perform follow-up on outstanding accounts receivable.

LCROE Foundation

• Process accounts payable and deposits specific to Foundation activities.
• Ensure proper documentation and financial tracking of Foundation transactions.

Procurement Cards

• Coordinate in-service training for employees issued procurement cards.
• Input and reconcile procurement card purchases in the accounting system.
• Address employee and vendor inquiries regarding card transactions.
• Support departments with procurement card procedures, reporting, and system navigation.

Purchasing & Contracts

• Issue and monitor purchase orders.
• Draft and manage independent contractor agreements and agreements for services.

Other Responsibilities

• Monitor the school finance inbox and route messages appropriately.
• Track and file school district treasurer bonds.
• Receive, log, and submit ISBE Annual Financial Reports (AFRs) as required.

Systems Administration

• Provide administrative support for DocuSign, including the creation and maintenance of forms and workflows.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Education Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Familiarity with and ability to quickly learn financial software applications.

• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of accounting.
• Knowledge of cost accounting and auditing techniques.
• Knowledge in gathering, organizing, analyzing, examining, and evaluating data or information.
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply research methods and data analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and court decisions applicable to accounting.
• Skill in problem-solving.
• Skill in time management and attention to detail.
• Ability to provide information, guidance, or assistance to departments and vendors.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentially handle information.
• Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively both verbally and in writing; ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, correspondence, and documents.
• Ability to use tools orrrr equipment requiring moderate instruction and experience, such as computers, software programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, or custom applications, and office machines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers and staff, vendors, the public, and others encountered in the course of work.

Education and/or Other Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in accounting or a related field, or education, experience, and training equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires mainly office work, involving standing or walking some of the time, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis, and high dexterity in operating office equipment, including a keyboard, phone, copier, etc.

Supplemental Information

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening and drug testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).