AR​/AP Accountant

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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.

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.

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The Invoice and Voucher Accountant records receipts of goods and services in People Soft Financials and creates accurate, compliant Accounts Payable vouchers for payment. You will ensure that purchase orders, receipts, and invoices are fully aligned, supporting timely and precise payment processing in accordance with state policies, internal controls, and established financial procedures.

This position is located at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

• Advise the supervisor of the status of all accounts.
• Assist management in the preparation of agency or program area budget requests.
• Develop and recommend implementation of new accounting methods and procedures pertaining to this positions’ area of responsibility.
• Advise program staff on accounting matters relating to specific program funding.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of general policies for a fiscal program.
• Coordinate use of the computerized accounting system for the program area.
• Certify the accuracy of financial records and accounts.
• Analyze and interprets financial statements and reports.
• Control the flow of appropriated funds.
• Reconcile complex discrepancies between accounts.
• Interact with, and respond to, state and federal audit representatives.
• Make necessary adjustments to close books.

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.

• Thorough knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of public accounting.
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state accounting laws, policies, and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of agency organization and function.
• Thorough knowledge of automated accounting systems.
• Ability to solve relatively complex accounting and budgeting problems.
• Ability to develop accounting methods and procedures to meet agency needs.
• Ability to assist in budget preparation.
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial statements and reports.
• Ability to reconcile discrepancies in accounts.
• Ability to develop effective work relationships.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.