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Accountant

State of Indiana • Westville, IN • 4h ago

Accountant

Date Posted: Jul 29, 2026

Requisition ID: 481600

Location:

Westville, IN, US, 46391

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 Westville Correctional Facility:

Westville Correctional Facility is a multi-level security facility located in Westville, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 3,400 incarcerated adult males. Originally built as a state hospital, the campus was converted to a correctional facility in 1979. The institution offers numerous programs focused on education, re-entry, and community service. Partnerships include Gold Standard Truss, which operates a truss manufacturing site on facility grounds, and the Moreau College Initiative through the University of Notre Dame and Holy Cross College. Incarcerated individuals can develop valuable vocational and academic skills. Staff maintain an environment that promotes safety, structure, and rehabilitation. To learn more about Westville Correctional Facility, click here (https://www.in.gov/idoc/facilities/adult/westville-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:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $37,648.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/0) to view the total compensation package.

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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