Public Sector Accountant - Indiana Correctional Facility

State of Indiana; Plainfield (IN); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options (3)

Vision and dental plans

Wellness rewards program

Health savings account

Pension plan options

Paid leave programs

Education reimbursement

Free parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

State of Indiana is seeking an Accountant based at Plainfield Correctional Facility to process Accounts Payable, Recreation Fund and Miscellaneous Fund transactions in PeopleSoft. The role handles invoice payments and financial record keeping at the facility in Plainfield, Indiana.

The position starts with a salary around the base level and offers a comprehensive benefits package, commuting support, and opportunities for professional growth within a large state government.

Qualifications

• Public accounting theory, principles and practices knowledge.
• Understanding of agency functions and organization.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting laws and policies.
• Familiarity with automated accounting systems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to solve standard accounting problems.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare reports.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports.

Responsibilities

• Post transactions to ledgers and accounts.
• Verify accuracy of financial documents and records.
• Reconcile accounts with the general ledger.
• Prepare, adjust, and correct entries before closing.
• Prepare financial reports such as balance sheets and income statements.
• Ensure funds availability before authorizing payments.
• Prepare, edit and verify electronic data processing entries.
• Recommend changes in accounting policies and procedures.

Skills

Public accounting fundamentals

Agency knowledge

Government accounting

Automated accounting systems

Communication skills

Analytical/problem solving

Data analysis

Report writing

Arithmetic accuracy

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

State of Indiana is seeking an Accountant based at Plainfield Correctional Facility to process Accounts Payable, Recreation Fund and Miscellaneous Fund transactions in PeopleSoft. The role handles invoice payments and financial record keeping at the facility in Plainfield, Indiana.

The position starts with a salary around the base level and offers a comprehensive benefits package, commuting support, and opportunities for professional growth within a large state government.