Accountant

Accountant

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 Department of Health (IDOH): The Indiana Department of Health's mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and safety of all Hoosiers so that they can reach their optimal health regardless of where they live, learn, work, or play.

Role Overview

The position is responsible for a variety of important and complex accounting functions including: understanding and applying federal grant accounting principles, ensuring compliance with federal financial reporting requirements, determining amounts to be drawn down on federal funds, understanding indirect cost principles and calculating indirect cost amounts, communicating with program managers about the status of federal and state funds, assist in developing and documenting procedures for Finance department.

This position requires a great deal of attention to detail, multi-tasking, and translating complex financial data, formulas, and general reports into consumable narratives for program areas who may or may not have advanced working knowledge of financial principles, practices, or policies. This position acts as a general resource for the program area to which the incumbent is assigned by management.

Salary Statement

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life

The essential functions of this role are as follows: 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.

What You'll Need for Success

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following: Extensive knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of public accounting. Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws, policies, and procedures as they pertain to accounting and bookkeeping. Extensive knowledge of agency organization, function, and purpose. Extensive knowledge of automated accounting systems. Ability to lead budget preparations. Ability to direct the preparation and interpretation of complex financial statements and reports. Ability to analyze and solve complex accounting problems. Ability to develop new, or modify existing, accounting procedures and methods. Effective communication skills.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which 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 on 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.