Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager

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 Indiana Department of Transportation:

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state's quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance.

Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview :

This position is responsible for providing oversight for INDOT's Fixed Assets within the State's Financial System (People Soft Financials), which totals $18B as of Jan 2026. This includes improvement, development and implementation of policies and procedures for entering, tracking, and maintaining the financial records associated with Fixed Assets.

The incumbent is responsible for assuring accurate, coordinated, and timely communication with the Central Office Procurement, District Procurement, Divisions of Facilities, Equipment, Real Estate, and the State Comptroller to facilitate the addition, retirement, correction, and maintenance of Fixed Assets. Responsible for providing guidance and amending as needed procedures for District and Division personnel in the receipt of Fixed Assets. They serve as the primary point of contact for fixed assets with the State Comptroller to ensure that cost adjustments and asset updates are resolved, and reports submitted completely, accurately and timely.

Responsible for reviewing all asset requisitions prior to becoming a purchase order to minimize errors in reporting. Position provides support for additional accountnig reconciliation projects.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

* 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.

* Assist controller in budget preparation.

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.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which 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:

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

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

* Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws, policies, and procedures as…