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Accountant 4

State of Indiana • Indianapolis, IN • 3h ago

Accountant 4

Date Posted: Mar 18, 2026

Requisition ID: 473891

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204-2739

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 Natural Resources (DNR):

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources protects, enhances, preserves, and wisely uses natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management, and education.

Role Overview:

This position is the primary receiver for the DNR Financial Programs section and will provide general accounting functions and prepare, analyze, and maintain accounts and ledgers. It is also essential to reduce interest payments by ensuring that bills are paid as scheduled.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $39,000.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

Reconcile accounts and subsidiary ledgers with general ledger.

Post transactions to cost summary journals.

Prepare a variety of accounting and financial reports from the accounts maintained.

Prepare, correct, and adjust entries prior to closing accounts.

Analyze procurement activity and disbursal of funds and assist in the preparation of program area budget requests.

Review accounts to ensure availability of funds before encumbrances and advises supervisor if account balance is not in agreement with State Auditor's Office.

Ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled prior to payment to vendors for services or purchases.

Secure specifications and requisitions for purchases of equipment, furniture, and supplies.

Monitor verification and editing of ledger input to computerized accounting system for the specific program area.

Recommend changes in accounting policies and methods and assist in developing accounting procedures.

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 with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

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

Broad knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of public accounting.

Broad knowledge of federal and state laws, policies and procedures pertaining to government accounting and bookkeeping.

Broad knowledge of agency function and organization.

Broad knowledge of automated accounting systems.

Ability to solve standard accounting problems.

Ability to evaluate and recommend modifications to existing accounting policy and procedures.

Ability to prepare and interpret financial statements and reports.

Ability to assist in budget preparation.

Ability to accurately perform arithmetic calculations.

Effective communication skills.

A degree is not required.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

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. 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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