Accountant

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Office of Energy Development (IOED):

The Indiana Office of Energy Development (OED) was established to shepherd the state’s energy plan. OED focuses on the development and implementation of comprehensive energy planning for the state that utilizes all of Indiana’s energy resources and supports a strong, dynamic, and growing economy. OED strives to be a national leader in the creation of innovative policy solutions and programs for affordable, reliable energy.

Role Overview:

The Accountant will work under the Finance Director in managing the daily administration of funding inflows and outflows for assigned grant programs along with agency procurement and contracting matters. This will include processing accounts payable and receivable, vouchers, deposits, travel request authorizations, reimbursement requests, federal revenue draws, and other financial processes. The Accountant will be expected serve as the point of contact for all financial matters surrounding their assigned grant programs. The incumbent will provide support to the Finance Director in budget analysis and fiscal oversight for each assigned grant program and support the Finance Director in ensuring that all grant programs are properly accounting for all funded activities. The accountant will also be assigned other administrative duties as needed.

This is an onsite role at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records and financial reports to assess compliance with procedural standards.
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice on the assigned grant programs.
• Assist the Finance Director in analyzing budgets and preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
• Advise the Finance Director on the status of assigned grant funds and projects.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures for budgeting, procurement, and contracting matters.
• Coordinate agency procurement and contracting, including travel request authorizations and reimbursement requests.
• Assist management in the preparation of agency or program area budget requests.
• Reconcile complex discrepancies between accounts and notify the Finance Director of errors.
• Prepare reports for reconciliation of grant-funded accounts for submission to federal and state government fiscal oversight bodies.
• Analyze and interpret financial statements and reports for accuracy.
• Support the Finance Director in serving as the liaison between the agency and other state government agencies.
• Coordinate computerized accounting system within assigned areas.
• Control the flow of appropriated funds.
• Work with assigned OED staff during the design and application phase for the assigned grant programs, providing consultation pertaining to financial considerations.
• Maintain a detailed understanding of the federal and state financial regulations and procedures applicable to the assigned grant programs.
• Monitor, track, and advise agency leadership on assigning resources appropriately to meet project goals and maximize project outcomes.
• Timely report on project outcomes and/or risks to agency leadership as needed, including escalating issues as appropriate.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Bachelor’s degree with a background in accounting, finance, economics, or related field required.
• Strong attention to deadlines and guidelines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Familiarity with cash and accrual accounting principles.
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and adapt to different projects and/or tasks.
• Ability to identify financial discrepancies and work effectively within agency internal controls.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Additional preferred qualifications:

• Experience with PeopleSoft Financials preferred.
• Experience with public finance and accounting a plus.
• Experience with managing public funds a plus.
• Experience managing federal funds a plus.
• Experience with Euna Grants system preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Analytically-inclined and enjoys working with data a plus.
• Knowledge of energy sector a bonus.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.