Accountant 1

Job Title: Accountant 1


Location: 100 N Senate Ave, N551, Indianapolis, IN 46204 (Onsite)


Duration: 12 Months Contract with possibility to Extension

Interview mode: In person only

Job Description:


Work hours are 7:00am-3:00pm or 8:00am-4:00pm. Please confirm the resource will be able to work the hours outlined for this position.


Selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Indianapolis 37.5 hours per week. Please confirm the resource understands the onsite work requirement.


Initial contract is through December 31 with the possibility of extension past that date. Please confirm the resource understands the initial duration of the engagement.

The Accountant is responsible for managing, analyzing, and reporting information to support accurate decision-making and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.

You will prepare financial statements, monitor budgets, reconcile accounts, analyze trends, and maintain accurate records of financial transactions. You will also assist in interpreting complex financial data, identifying opportunities for process improvements, and providing guidance to internal stakeholders to support the agency's financial health and operational efficiency.

The essential functions of this role are:
• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records financial reports to assess compliance with procedural standards.
• Maintain or examine the records of government agencies.
• Advise the appointing authority and/or controller of the status of all accounts.
• Develop policies and procedures for general accounting and bookkeeping.
• Oversee usage of the computerized accounting system.
• Establish work methods and control measures for accounting/bookkeeping functions.
• Certify the accuracy of the agency's financial records and accounts.
• Review reports for grant reconciliation for grant funded accounts.
• Direct program staff in accounting matters relating to specific program funding.
• Assist controller in budget preparation.

Experience with Accounts Payable


Required


5


Years


Experience with Accounts Receivable


Required


5


Years


Experience with reconciling complex discrepancies between accounts


Required


5


Years


Strong communication and problem solving skills


Required

Motivated, self-starter who is comfortable working on a team and individually


Required

Extensive knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of public accounting


Required

Knowledge of federal and state laws, policies, and procedures as they pertain to accounting and bookkeeping.


Required

Extensive knowledge of automated accounting systems.


Required

Ability to lead budget preparations.


Required

Ability to direct the preparation and interpretation of complex financial statements and reports.


Required

Ability to analyze and solve complex accounting problems.


Required

Ability to develop new, or modify existing, accounting procedures and methods


Required