Project Costing Accountant

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Wellness rewards

HSA contribution

Pension plans

Leave policies

Vacations & holidays

Education reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

PSLF eligibility

Free parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The State of Indiana is seeking a detail-oriented Project Costing Accountant to support the IDOH Finance Division. You will monitor, analyze, and report financial activity across multiple funding sources, ensuring accurate cost allocation and compliance.

You will prepare budgets, reconcile funding sources, and support federal drawdowns while translating complex financial data into actionable guidance for program teams.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to lead budget preparations and direct preparation and interpretation of complex financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records and financial reports to assess compliance with procedural standards.
• Maintain or examine records of government agencies and grant funds.
• Advise the appointing authority and/or controller on the status of all accounts.

Skills

Public accounting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Costing

Tools

ERP software

Job description

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 Indiana Department of Health (IDOH):

The Indiana Department of Health’s mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and safety of all Hoosiers so that they can reach their optimal health regardless of where they live, learn, work, or play.

Role Overview:

In this role, you will support the IDOH Finance Division as a Project Costing Accountant responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting financial activity across state, federal, and departmental funding sources. You will work closely with the accountants, controllers and program managers to ensure accurate cost allocation, compliance with funding requirements, and clear interpretation of complex financial data. This position plays a key role in maintaining project budgets, preparing financial reports, reconciling funding sources, and supporting federal drawdowns and reporting. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, comfortable managing multiple projects, and able to translate technical financial information into actionable guidance for program teams.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at$53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• 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.

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 with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which 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:

• 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.

A degree is not required.

Individuals should have the ability 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 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
• 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
• 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] .