Card Services Accountant

IN Auditor of State; Myrtle Point (OR); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A State Government Agency is seeking a Card Services Accountant to manage accounting issues related to purchase and travel cards. This fully remote position offers a salary starting at $53,222, based on experience. Candidates should possess extensive knowledge of accounting principles, public accounting practices, and financial compliance. The role includes preparing financial reports, advising on account statuses, and developing accounting policies.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Employee assistance program

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of public accounting practices.
• Ability to direct budget preparations and analytical interpretation of financial reports.
• Extensive knowledge of automated accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial reports for compliance.
• Develop policies for accounting and bookkeeping.
• Certify the agency’s financial records accuracy.

Skills

Knowledge of public accounting theories

Understanding of federal and state laws

Knowledge of automated accounting systems

Effective communication skills

Ability to analyze complex accounting problems

Job description

Overview

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 Department of Child Services (DCS):

Join a group of passionate, dedicated public servants to support one of Indiana’s most critical missions!

The Department of Child Services helps children who are victims of abuse or neglect and strengthens families through services that focus on family support and preservation. We pursue permanency for children and families through reunification, guardianship, and adoption. Our services also encompass foster care, child support, and transitional support for those adjusting to adulthood. Our culture is built upon our MVP foundation:

Mission: Champion Indiana’s future by protecting children and strengthening families with compassion and determination.

Vision: Every child in Indiana thrives in a safe, loving, forever home.

Purpose: Ignite hope. Cultivate joy.

Role Overview:

The Card Services Accountant assists with tracking, researching, and resolving issues for purchase and travel cards. You will work with agency staff to monitor spending and solve issues with cards. You will approve control groups for PeopleSoft Financials after they are created by other staff. You will also work with a leadership team for continued unit development.

This is a 100% remote position but may require occasional travel to Indianapolis for trainings and meetings.

Salary

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

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A Day in the Life

A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records and 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.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that 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

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• 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.
• Able 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 benefits package for full-time employees that 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 to401(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 [e-mail].