Staff 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 Hoosier Lottery:
The mission of the Hoosier Lottery is to return maximum net income to the state in a socially responsible manner. By embracing our core values, we're better able to live up to our mission. Our core values are:
- Have a passion for excellence
- Be customer and consumer-centric
- Operate with the highest level of integrity
- Foster creativity, teamwork, and collaboration
- Commit to the growth and development of our team
Role Overview:
The Staff Accountant supports the organization by performing a broad range of accounting functions, including maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial analyses, and managing key cash‑related activities. This role requires strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to work collaboratively across the organization. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail‑oriented, and committed to supporting efficient and reliable financial operations.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $50,820.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
- Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
- Prepare journal entries and research items impacting account balances.
- Monitor, record, and analyze monthly interest income on short‑term investments.
- Manage cash activities, initiate ACH and wire transfers, and communicate with bank personnel as needed.
- Prepare monthly financial statement analyses and assemble reporting packets for leadership and the Commission.
- Generate weekly sales and expense reports for internal stakeholders.
- Prepare annuity amortization schedules as needed.
- Review monthly bank analysis charges for accuracy and reasonableness.
- Prepare for audits by compiling financial data, conducting detailed analyses, and delivering timely responses to auditor requests.
- Assist with budgeting, variance analysis, and forecasting for cash‑ and investment‑related accounts.
- Record capital asset activity and lead the annual capital asset inventory audit.
- Collect and consolidate departmental budget inputs to assemble the fiscal year budget.
- Maintain and enhance cash management and accounting procedures.
- Stay current on technology and software enhancements to improve efficiency and security.
- Assist with Hoosier Lottery accounting responsibilities during the Indiana State Fair.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, financial management, or a related field preferred, with at least one year of professional accounting or banking experience.
- Strong attention to detail, with a demonstrated commitment to accuracy and completeness.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, adept at examining situations and recommending effective solutions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Solid understanding of accounting and banking principles, including GAAP.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workloads, and meet deadlines.
- Experience using computerized accounting systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
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
