Controller

Indiana Energy Association; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Employer-provided parking

Job summary

Indiana Energy Association is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and compliance for our nonprofit trade association in Indianapolis. This role oversees payroll, tax filings, annual audits, Form 990 and 5500, and provides strategic financial planning while collaborating with leadership, auditors and member companies.

Located in downtown Indianapolis, this full-time position offers autonomy, strong benefits and the opportunity to shape our financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• 8+ years accounting experience; nonprofit/association experience preferred; Indiana experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable daily; review invoices and payments.
• Prepare monthly financial reports (cash receipts/expenses).
• Maintain property records and file Indiana Property Tax Return.
• Prepare quarterly dues assessments for member companies.
• Lead annual budgeting process; monitor variances.

Skills

General ledger

Month-end close

Payroll tax knowledge

Compliance reporting

Excel advanced

Budgeting

Analytics

Communication

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Associate degree with 8+ years accounting experience

Tools

Accounting software

Online banking

Payroll portals

Job description

As our Controller, you will serve as the financial and administrative backbone of the organization, owning accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, along with payroll and new-employee onboarding.

This is a hands-on leadership role with real autonomy, ideal for a self-directed finance professional.

Responsibilities

Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Managing and recording accounts payable daily, including reviewing invoices and issuing payments
• Managing and recording accounts receivable daily, including issuing invoices and tracking payments
• Preparing monthly financial reports, such as statements of cash receipts and expenses
• Maintaining personal property records and filing the Indiana Business Personal Property Tax Return
• Calculating and preparing quarterly dues assessments for member companies

Budgeting

• Preparing the annual budget in consultation with IEA leadership
• Monitoring budget versus actual expenses and reporting variances

Audit and Compliance

• Serving as the primary point of contact for the annual audit and uploading requested materials
• Assisting with the preparation of the Form 990 and the Form 5500
• Maintaining records of expenses and preparing annual registration statements and semi-annual ILRC activity reports
• Managing the PAC account, including bookkeeping and required compliance reporting

Payroll and HR Administration

• Preparing semi-monthly payroll, including state and federal tax deposits
• Preparing quarterly payroll reports to the IRS and the State of Indiana, and the annual Form 940
• Issuing W-2 Wage and Tax Statements and 1099 Non-Employee Compensation forms each year

Requirements

• Strong accounting fundamentals: general ledger, account reconciliation, and month-end close
• Payroll and payroll tax knowledge: federal and state deposits, quarterly filings, and year-end forms
• Compliance know-how: comfort with information returns, audits, and regulatory reporting
• Software proficiency: accounting software, online banking and payroll portals, and advanced Excel
• Budgeting and analysis: able to build a budget, track variances, and explain the numbers to non-finance leaders
• Organization and reliability: manages recurring deadlines without reminders and keeps clean records
• Communication: works comfortably with leadership, Board members, member companies, auditors, and staff
• Integrity and discretion: handles confidential financial and personnel information with care

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred. An associate's degree in accounting or business with 8+ years of accounting experience will be considered. Experience with a nonprofit, trade association, or membership organization is strongly preferred, and Indiana experience is a plus.
• Must be willing to travel < 5%
• Must be willing to work evenings < 5%
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The starting salary is $76,500, with the potential for higher compensation based on qualifications and relevant experience. This role also includes a comprehensive benefits package, including

• medical, vision, and dental insurance
• paid time off
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• employer-provided parking

About the Indiana Energy Association

The Indiana Energy Association is a non-profit trade association representing the state’s largest electric and natural gas utilities. Our mission is to advocate for sound energy policy while supporting the economy and quality of life in Indiana.

We are a small team of five employees located in downtown Indianapolis.