{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"beb60ba75fd8a1100f4a9fca","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/beb60ba75fd8a1100f4a9fca","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/beb60ba75fd8a1100f4a9fca","title":"INTERNAL AUDITOR TRAINEE (UMP)","description":"Job Requisition ID: 56957\nOpening Date: 06/23/2026\nClosing Date: 07/08/2026\nAgency: Department of Central Management Services\nClass Title: INTERNAL AUDITOR TRAINEE - 21726\nSkill Option: UMP Credential\nBilingual Option: None\nSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary (effective 7/1/2026) $4,922/monthly; Full Range $4,922 - $6,762/monthly\nJob Type: Salaried\nCategory: Full Time\nCounty: Sangamon\nNumber of Vacancies: 1\nBargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME\n\nThis position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.\n\nReasonable Accommodation Statement\nThe State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.\n\nTo be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.\n\nAny questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.\n\nSponsorship for Employment\nThe State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.\n\nDisclosure of Salary Information\nIn compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials .\n\nPosition Summary\nThe Department of Central Management Services (CMS) is seeking to hire a beginning professional to serve as an Internal Auditor Trainee in the Bureau of Internal Audit. This position will begin to complete audits with help and coaching from higher level auditing staff. During the trainee period, the auditor will continue to become more independent and should be able to perform an audit independently by the end of the trainee period. We invite all qualified applicants to apply for the position of Internal Auditor Trainee and help the Bureau of Internal Audit continue to serve the State of Illinois.\n\nPosition Essential Functions\n\nUnder direct supervision, for a period of up to 12 months, participates in an agency-sponsored internal audit training program. Receives work assignments designed to develop knowledge, understanding, and practical auditing techniques and procedures for the review, analysis, evaluation of, and effectiveness of the audited agency’s internal operations and controls.\n\nReceives formal and on-the-job training on how to conduct preliminary reviews prior to audit fieldwork and either simple or sections of complex internal audits of agencies programs to determine compliance with audit programs.\n\nReceives on-the-job training to learn how to prepare digital work papers to support findings and recommendations and to facilitate easy reference.\n\nAttends Internal Audit meetings.\n\nMeets Continuing Professional Education requirements through formal and in-house training.\n\nPerforms other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\n\nRequires a bachelor’s degree with coursework in accounting, auditing, business management, public administration, economics, computer science, or other related subjects.\n\nQualifying state employees, in the employee Upward Mobility Program, may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nPrefers extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe PDF.\n\nPrefers professional experience working with technical internal or external audits.\n\nPrefers professional experience preparing for, attending, and conducting entrance conferences to outline audits with agency personnel, attending exit conferences, and participating in the discussion of audit findings prior to the issuance of the final report.\n\nPrefers professional experience understanding and following detailed oral and written instructions.\n\nPrefers twelve (12) semester hours in accounting coursework.\n\nConditions of Employment\n\nRequires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.\n\nOvertime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.\n\nRequires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires a valid driver’s license.\n\nRequires the ability to use agency technology/equipment (i.e., mobile phone, laptop, etc.) properly in accordance with information security awareness policies and confidentiality guidelines.\n\nRequires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.\n\nThe conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.\n\nAbout the Agency\nCentral Management Services (CMS) is the State of Illinois’ central operational support agency, the team that keeps government running smoothly behind the scenes. We provide the essential services that enable more than 80 agencies, boards, and commissions to serve the people of Illinois effectively. As the backbone of state operations, CMS delivers high‑quality, reliable, and forward‑thinking services that help government programs work efficiently and meet the needs of residents statewide.\n\nOur vision is to be a trusted partner dedicated to the success of the State of Illinois through service, optimization, and inclusion. Our mission is to be the accessible agency that delivers essential, effective, and efficient services to State agencies and the people of Illinois. Our core values are: Trusted, Strategic, Effective, Innovative, Responsive, and Inclusive. Through strategic leadership CMS plays a vital role in strengthening the effectiveness of Illinois State government.\n\nProfessionals who join CMS become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to continuous improvement and public service excellence. CMS offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful statewide initiatives, collaborate with skilled and talented colleagues, shape strategic improvements across Illinois government, and support the operational foundation that allows state agencies to better serve the residents of Illinois. CMS is a place for people who want their work to matter; where innovation, service, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.\n\nState of Illinois Benefits\nAs a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:\n\nCompetitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.\n\nFlexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).\n\n10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).\n\n12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.\n\n3 paid personal business days per year.\n\n13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.\n\n12 weeks of paid parental leave.\n\nPension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.\n\nDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.\n\nOptional pre‑tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).\n\nTuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.\n\nWork Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm\nHeadquarter Location: 320 W Washington St, Springfield, Illinois, 62767\nWork County: Sangamon\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Illinoiscomptroller","rawCompany":"illinoiscomptroller","city":"Springfield","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T03:29:33.733Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"13-1041.00","title":"Compliance Officers","slug":"compliance-officers"},{"code":"11-9199.02","title":"Compliance Managers","slug":"compliance-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"},{"code":"926150","title":"Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors","slug":"regulation-licensing-and-inspection-of-miscellaneous-commercial-sectors"},{"code":"926110","title":"Administration of General Economic Programs","slug":"administration-of-general-economic-programs"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"INTERNAL AUDITOR TRAINEE (UMP)","description":"Job Requisition ID: 56957\nOpening Date: 06/23/2026\nClosing Date: 07/08/2026\nAgency: Department of Central Management Services\nClass Title: INTERNAL AUDITOR TRAINEE - 21726\nSkill Option: UMP Credential\nBilingual Option: None\nSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary (effective 7/1/2026) $4,922/monthly; Full Range $4,922 - $6,762/monthly\nJob Type: Salaried\nCategory: Full Time\nCounty: Sangamon\nNumber of Vacancies: 1\nBargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME\n\nThis position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.\n\nReasonable Accommodation Statement\nThe State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.\n\nTo be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.\n\nAny questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.\n\nSponsorship for Employment\nThe State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.\n\nDisclosure of Salary Information\nIn compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials .\n\nPosition Summary\nThe Department of Central Management Services (CMS) is seeking to hire a beginning professional to serve as an Internal Auditor Trainee in the Bureau of Internal Audit. This position will begin to complete audits with help and coaching from higher level auditing staff. During the trainee period, the auditor will continue to become more independent and should be able to perform an audit independently by the end of the trainee period. We invite all qualified applicants to apply for the position of Internal Auditor Trainee and help the Bureau of Internal Audit continue to serve the State of Illinois.\n\nPosition Essential Functions\n\nUnder direct supervision, for a period of up to 12 months, participates in an agency-sponsored internal audit training program. Receives work assignments designed to develop knowledge, understanding, and practical auditing techniques and procedures for the review, analysis, evaluation of, and effectiveness of the audited agency’s internal operations and controls.\n\nReceives formal and on-the-job training on how to conduct preliminary reviews prior to audit fieldwork and either simple or sections of complex internal audits of agencies programs to determine compliance with audit programs.\n\nReceives on-the-job training to learn how to prepare digital work papers to support findings and recommendations and to facilitate easy reference.\n\nAttends Internal Audit meetings.\n\nMeets Continuing Professional Education requirements through formal and in-house training.\n\nPerforms other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\n\nRequires a bachelor’s degree with coursework in accounting, auditing, business management, public administration, economics, computer science, or other related subjects.\n\nQualifying state employees, in the employee Upward Mobility Program, may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nPrefers extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe PDF.\n\nPrefers professional experience working with technical internal or external audits.\n\nPrefers professional experience preparing for, attending, and conducting entrance conferences to outline audits with agency personnel, attending exit conferences, and participating in the discussion of audit findings prior to the issuance of the final report.\n\nPrefers professional experience understanding and following detailed oral and written instructions.\n\nPrefers twelve (12) semester hours in accounting coursework.\n\nConditions of Employment\n\nRequires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.\n\nOvertime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.\n\nRequires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires a valid driver’s license.\n\nRequires the ability to use agency technology/equipment (i.e., mobile phone, laptop, etc.) properly in accordance with information security awareness policies and confidentiality guidelines.\n\nRequires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.\n\nThe conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.\n\nAbout the Agency\nCentral Management Services (CMS) is the State of Illinois’ central operational support agency, the team that keeps government running smoothly behind the scenes. We provide the essential services that enable more than 80 agencies, boards, and commissions to serve the people of Illinois effectively. As the backbone of state operations, CMS delivers high‑quality, reliable, and forward‑thinking services that help government programs work efficiently and meet the needs of residents statewide.\n\nOur vision is to be a trusted partner dedicated to the success of the State of Illinois through service, optimization, and inclusion. Our mission is to be the accessible agency that delivers essential, effective, and efficient services to State agencies and the people of Illinois. Our core values are: Trusted, Strategic, Effective, Innovative, Responsive, and Inclusive. Through strategic leadership CMS plays a vital role in strengthening the effectiveness of Illinois State government.\n\nProfessionals who join CMS become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to continuous improvement and public service excellence. CMS offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful statewide initiatives, collaborate with skilled and talented colleagues, shape strategic improvements across Illinois government, and support the operational foundation that allows state agencies to better serve the residents of Illinois. CMS is a place for people who want their work to matter; where innovation, service, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.\n\nState of Illinois Benefits\nAs a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:\n\nCompetitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.\n\nFlexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).\n\n10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).\n\n12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.\n\n3 paid personal business days per year.\n\n13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.\n\n12 weeks of paid parental leave.\n\nPension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.\n\nDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.\n\nOptional pre‑tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).\n\nTuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.\n\nWork Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm\nHeadquarter Location: 320 W Washington St, Springfield, Illinois, 62767\nWork County: Sangamon\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-07-16T03:29:33.733Z","dateModified":"2026-07-16T03:29:33.733Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Illinoiscomptroller","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Springfield","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"beb60ba75fd8a1100f4a9fca"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/beb60ba75fd8a1100f4a9fca"}}