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Accountant

State of Indiana • Indianapolis, IN • 1d ago

Accountant

Date Posted: Aug 29, 2025

Requisition ID: 463924

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

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 Department of Child Services (DCS):

Join a group of passionate, dedicated public servants to support one of Indiana's most critical missions!

The Department of Child Services helps children who are victims of abuse or neglect and strengthens families through services that focus on family support and preservation. We pursue permanency for children and families through reunification, guardianship, and adoption. Our services also encompass foster care, child support, and transitional support for those adjusting to adulthood. Our culture is built upon our MVP foundation:

Mission: Champion Indiana's future by protecting children and strengthening families with compassion and determination.

Vision: Every child in Indiana thrives in a safe, loving, forever home.

Purpose: Ignite hope. Cultivate joy.

Role Overview:

The Staff Accountant assists with escalated research and resolution issues, end-of-day procedures, and supervision surrounding the Indiana State Central Collection Unit at the Child Support Bureau. You will also work with a leadership team for continued unit development.

This position involves child support payments and exceptions, and requires adherence to strict deadlines.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/) to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

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.

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:

Credentials:

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

Experience in child support payments and exceptions is a plus.

Additional qualifications:

Proficient in end-of-day and other related reporting.

Experienced in staff leadership.

Demonstrated ability to understand and apply program-related banking concepts such as RDIs, debit/credit memos, etc.

Possesses strong attention to detail.

Able to meet strict deadlines.

Abel to adhere to program policies.

Able to lead projects.

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.

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