Child Support Accountant

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Wellness rewards program

Health savings account

Pension options

Education reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Free Parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The State of Indiana is seeking a detailed-oriented Child Support Accountant within the Department of Child Services. You will receive, review, and allocate payments, analyze discrepancies, and guide frontline processors to ensure accurate distributions.

Responsibilities include resolving complex issues, monitoring daily workflows, and identifying improvements. A degree is not required; compensation reflects experience and education as applicable.

Qualifications

• : Specialized knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of public accounting.
• : Specialized knowledge of agency organization and function.
• : Specialized knowledge of federal and state accounting and bookkeeping laws, policies, and procedures.
• : Specialized knowledge of automated accounting systems.
• : Ability to solve complex accounting methods and procedures to meet agency needs.
• : Ability to prepare budgets.
• : Ability to prepare and interpret complex financial statements and reports.
• : Ability to reconcile discrepancies between accounts.
• : Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• A degree is not required.

Responsibilities

• : Analyze, research and resolve complex payment discrepancies or issues.
• : Correct processing errors within payment batches and resolve stuck or halted payments.
• : Provide guidance, clarification and support to frontline payment processors.
• : Serve as a subject matter expert for unusual or escalated payment problems.
• : Review electronic deposit concerns and resolve issues related to potential duplicates or invalid MICRs.
• : Confirm the electronic deposit associated with processed payments.
• : Assist with electronic payment research and employer portal support teams.
• : Communicate with employers regarding payment issues, discrepancies, required documentation or rejected checks.
• : Monitor and manage daily payment workflows to ensure timely and compliant processing.
• : Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiencies.

Skills

Public accounting knowledge

Agency knowledge

Public sector familiarity

Federal/state accounting laws

Automated accounting systems

Problem solving

Budget preparation

Financial statement interpretation

Discrepancy reconciliation

Accommodations awareness

Job description

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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 ourMVPfoundation:

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.

Role Overview:

The Child Support Accountant receives, reviews, and allocates payments for accurate distribution. You will:

• Analyze, research and resolve complex payment discrepancies or issues.
• Correct processing errors within payment batches and resolve stuck or halted payments.
• Provide guidance, clarification and support to frontline payment processors.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for unusual or escalated payment problems.
• Review electronic deposit concerns and resolve issues related to potential duplicates or invalid MICRs.
• Confirm the electronic deposit associated with processed payments.
• Assist with electronic payment research and employer portal support teams.
• Communicate with employers regarding payment issues, discrepancies, required documentation or rejected checks.
• Monitor and manage daily payment workflows to ensure timely and compliant processing.
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiencies.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records financial reports to assess compliance with procedural standards.
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
• Assist the supervisor in analyzing budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
• Advise the controller or supervisor on the status of assigned accounts.
• Assist in the development of general policies for a fiscal program.
• Assist management in the preparation of agency or program area budget requests.
• Reconcile complex discrepancies between accounts and notifies the appropriate department or supervisor of errors.
• Prepare reports for reconciliation of grant funded accounts.
• Analyze and interpret financial statements and reports for accuracy.
• Serve as liaison between agency and the federal government or other funding source for assigned account.
• Coordinate computerized accounting system within assigned area.
• Control the flow of appropriated funds.
• Direct the work of lower-level accountants and account clerks assisting in complex or unusual situations.

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:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Specialized knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of public accounting.
• Specialized knowledge of agency organization and function.
• Specialized knowledge of federal and state accounting and bookkeeping laws, policies, and procedures.
• Specialized knowledge of automated accounting systems.
• Ability to solve complex accounting methods and procedures to meet agency needs.
• Ability to prepare budgets.
• Ability to prepare and interpret complex financial statements and reports.
• Ability to reconcile discrepancies between accounts.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

A degree is not required.

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 in election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

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] .