Accountant 1

HireITPeople; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HireITPeople is seeking a qualified accounting professional to support Indiana's agency finances. The role focuses on preparing and analyzing accounting records, monitoring budgets, reconciling accounts, and interpreting financial data to guide internal stakeholders.

You will oversee government agency records, develop general accounting policies, supervise the accounting system, and assist in budget preparation to sustain financial health and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Prepare and analyze accounting records and financial reports for compliance.
• Maintain records of government agencies.
• Advise authorities on the status of accounts.
• Develop policies for general accounting and bookkeeping.
• Oversee usage of the computerized accounting system.
• Establish work methods and control measures for accounting.
• Certify the accuracy of financial records.
• Review grant reports for grant-funded accounts.
• Direct program staff on accounting matters.
• Assist controller in budget preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records and reports for compliance.
• Maintain government agency records.
• Advise authorities on the status of accounts.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Grant reconciliation

Accounting records

Job description

You will prepare financial statements, monitor budgets, reconcile accounts, analyze trends, and maintain accurate records of financial transactions. You will also assist in interpreting complex financial data, identifying opportunities for process improvements, and providing guidance to internal stakeholders to support the agency's financial health and operational efficiency.

The essential functions of this role are:

• 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.