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Accountant

State of Indiana • Kokomo, IN • 1h ago

Accountant

Date Posted: Jul 16, 2026

Requisition ID: 480765

Location:

Kokomo, IN, US, 46901

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 Miami Correctional Facility:

Miami Correctional Facility is a level-four high-medium-security facility located in Bunker Hill, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 3,100 incarcerated adult males. The facility sits on former Grissom Air Force Base property and also includes a level-one facility with capacity for more than 200 incarcerated adult males. Miami Correctional Facility offers extensive educational and vocational programming, including a Braille translation program and a sewing shop serving community partners. Incarcerated individuals gain hands-on skills that build employability for re-entry and the programs help individuals develop strong work habits and meaningful experience.

Employees at Miami Correctional Facility support the safe and secure operations of the facility 24 hours a day 7 days per week. Depending on operational needs, assignments will include working with state incarcerated individuals and/or federal detainees.

To learn more about Miami Correctional Facility, click here (https://www.in.gov/idoc/facilities/adult/miami-correctional-facility/) .

Role Overview:

As an Accountant you will be based at the facility and will process Accounts Payable, Recreation Fund, and Miscellaneous Fund transactions. This position is responsible for processing transactions associated with the payment of invoices in PeopleSoft.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $37,648.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Eligible non-custody staff who complete required training and certification to perform federal detention duties will receive a $20 non-discretionary bonus for each shift that they are assigned those duties.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

Post transactions to appropriate ledgers and accounts.

Verify accuracy of all financial documents and records.

Reconcile accounts and subsidiary ledgers with the general ledger.

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

Prepare periodic financial reports such as balance sheets and income statements.

Ensure availability of funds before authorizing payment or submitting vouchers for payment to the State Auditor's Office for approval.

Prepare, edit, and verify electronic data processing entries and documents.

Recommend changes in accounting policies and assists 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:

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

Foundational knowledge of agency function and organization.

Foundational knowledge of the federal and state laws, procedures, practices and policies of governmental accounting and bookkeeping.

Foundational knowledge of automated accounting systems.

Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing.

Ability to solve standard accounting problems.

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

Ability to accurately perform arithmetic calculations.

Ability to prepare clear, accurate and concise reports.

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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