Staff Accountant

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Staff Accountant reports to the Chief Financial Officer and supports accounting, payroll, budgeting, and audit activities for the Indiana Finance Authority’s programs. Responsibilities may include maintaining program accounting ledgers in accordance with GAAP; reconciling investment and trust accounts; preparing monthly reports, disbursements, and reimbursements; assisting with quarterly and annual book closings; supporting internal controls; and helping prepare annual and biennial budgets and quarterly budget-versus-actual reporting and analysis. The role also maintains payroll records, executes biweekly payroll, and assists internal and external users with payroll matters. The Staff Accountant helps prepare for and participate in external audits, including preparing schedules and discussing matters with external auditors. Other duties may be assigned. The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and may be used in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. The position is exempt from overtime compensation. Additional work hours may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Employees may work more than 75 hours per pay period without additional compensation and must report at least 75 hours per pay period of work and/or paid leave to receive their base biweekly salary. The stated starting salary is $65,000, potentially adjusted based on education and work experience.

Requirements

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Maintain accounting ledgers for programs in accordance with GAAP.
Reconcile investment and trust accounts monthly.
Prepare monthly reports for internal analysis.
Prepare program disbursements and reimbursements.
Assist with quarterly and yearly book closings.
Assist with the development and adherence to internal controls.
Assist with preparation of the annual and biennial budget.
Assist with quarterly reporting and budget-versus-actual analysis.
Identify training needs to further develop accounting skills.
Maintain payroll records and execute payroll biweekly.
Assist internal and external users with payroll matters.
Assist with preparation for and participation in external audits.
Prepare audit schedules as required.
Meet with external auditors and discuss matters with them.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, as well as vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completed wellness activities.
Health savings account with biweekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies including paid new parent leave, childbirth recovery leave for eligible mothers, community service leave, vacation, personal and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education reimbursement program.
Group life insurance.
Referral bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.