Accountant, Financial Reporting, Tax Accountant

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, .

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

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 they pertain to accounting and bookkeeping.

* Extensive knowledge of agency organization, function, and purpose.

* Extensive knowledge of automated accounting systems.

* Ability to lead budget preparations.

* Ability to direct the preparation and interpretation of complex financial statements and reports.

* Ability to analyze and solve complex accounting problems.

* Ability to develop new, or modify existing, accounting procedures and methods.

* 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 serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for…