Accountant
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
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 (PeopleSoft 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 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:
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.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
