Local Government Finance Coordinator

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness program

Pension plan (INPRS)

Paid leave benefits

Free parking

Job summary

State of Indiana is seeking a Local Government Specialist for the Office of the State Comptroller. The role serves as the primary liaison with local government and supports the semiannual property tax settlement process, tax distributions, and related reporting.

The incumbent collaborates with several agencies, maintains ledger integrity, and updates standard operating procedures while supporting statewide initiatives in finance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Auditing, or Financial Management/Analysis plus required experience.
• Experience with local government finance and tax distributions is preferred.
• Must demonstrate detailed oriented, organized workload management and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage semiannual settlement processes.
• Prepare and initiate tax distributions to local government and related journal entries.
• Review and track monthly and semiannual tax remittances from local government.
• Communicate with local government officials on tax procedures and calculations.
• Support legislative matters and present updates at SBOA conferences.
• Create and update SOPs for daily responsibilities.
• Support large office-wide priorities like fund consolidation and electronic settlements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, or Financial Management/Analysis

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

Office of Indiana State Comptroller:

The State Comptroller’s office has fourmain areas— Accounts Payable, Accounting and Reporting, Local Government, and Payroll. Each of these departments plays a crucial role in the functionality of state government. From paying state employees to balancing the state’s checkbook to working with localunitsand developing year-end financial reports, these departments and the employees within them are dedicated toaccurateand transparent accounting on behalf of Hoosiers across the state.

Role Overview:

Incumbent serves as Local Government Specialist (“Specialist”) for the Office of State Comptroller (“Comptroller”). The Specialist is the Comptroller’s primary point of contact with local government. They will support county government officials during the semiannual property tax settlement process. They will work closely with other local government stakeholders like the Department of Local Government Finance, State Board of Accounts, Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Department of Revenue, Association of Indiana Counties, and Accelerate Indiana Municipalities. They will be responsible for initiating and managing dozens of State collected taxes distributed to local government and documentation and daily receipt of locally collected tax remitted to the State.

Duties and Functions:

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate and manage the semiannual settlement process (IC 6-1.1-22.5)
• Prepare and initiate various weekly, monthly, and s emiannual tax distributions to local government including MVH, LRS, and Riverboat Revenue Sharing and journal entries related to the distributions
• Review, process, and track various monthly and semiannual tax remittances from local government including fines and fees, judges’ supplemental wages, court cost remittances
• Constant communication and support of local government officials on a variety of tax and procedures questions and calculations
• Assist the Comptroller and General Counsel with legislative matters relating to local government
• Present policy and procedural updates and priorities on behalf of the Comptroller at SBOA conferences and meetings
• Update existing and create written SOPs for daily responsibilities
• Support large scale office wide priorities like the Local Fund Number Consolidation and Electronic Settlement initiative.

Other duties may include but are not limited to:

• Daily ledger integrity checks
• Weekly interunit/interfund cash reconciliation
• Monthly cash and cash clearing reconciliations with Treasurer of State
• Participation in the collection of 1098F data collection and reporting
• Aid the Asset Management team with monthly lease management

Job Requirements and Responsibilities:

• Must be detailed oriented, extremely organized, and able to manage multiple concurrent responsibilities throughout the year
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize work, and set and achieve individual goals
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Ability to understand material such as detailed forms, standard memos, or letters
• The level of knowledge and ability required includes a full range of generally accepted and commonly used principles, theories, methodology, and precedents

Responsibility

Purpose and desired results indicated and anticipated unusual problems discussed. Deviations from guidelines must be referred to the supervisor. Case actions or recurring work clearly covered by guidelines may or may not be reviewed. Otherwise, work reviewed for adherence to instructions, soundness of judgment and conclusions, technical adequacy, accuracy and conformance with practice or precedent.

Requires application of standardized or accepted practice, usually in connection with individual cases, persons, or situations.

License and Certification Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Auditing, or Financial Management/Analysis plus 5 year professional experience or 10 years of relevant professional experience

Personal Relationships:

Relationships require explanation or interpretation to render service, carry out policies, or maintain coordination

The scope of work contacts includes persons employed by other agencies, or with the public

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $70,000 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

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

IndianaDeferredCompensation Plan (Hoosier START)457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2)fully-fundedpension plan optionswith Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS)

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 onelection years

Group life insurance

Employeeassistanceprogram that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Free Parking

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. Reasonableaccommodationsmay 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 requestassistanceby contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .