Staff Accountant

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness Rewards Program

Health savings account

Deferred compensation 457(b) account

Pension plan options

Paid leave policies

Free Parking for most positions

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The State of Indiana, including the Hoosier Lottery, seeks a Staff Accountant I to maintain the general ledger, prepare analyses, and assist with accounts payable. This role emphasizes accuracy, analytical thinking, and cross-department collaboration to deliver reliable financial reporting.

Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, and coordinating monthly closings, with payroll backup for the Comptroller’s office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or financial management with at least one year of professional accounting experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and collaboration across teams.
• GAAP knowledge and understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience using computerized accounting systems; proficiency with MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Review daily bank activity and ensure transactions are recorded properly.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries and analyze account balances.
• Track investments for deferred prizes and reconcile related accounts.
• Monitor monthly accruals and prepare budget-related analyses.
• Coordinate monthly budgets with executive staff and assist with annual budgets.
• Prepare monthly financial statements for leadership and provide audit-ready information.
• Back-up payroll processing for the Comptroller's office.
• Assist Hoosier Lottery accounting duties at the Indiana State Fair.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

GAAP knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting software

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 Hoosier Lottery:

The mission of the Hoosier Lottery is to return maximum net income to the state in a socially responsible manner. By embracing our core values, we're better able to live up to our mission. Our core values are:

• Have a passion for excellence
• Be customer and consumer-centric
• Operate with the highest level of integrity
• Foster creativity, teamwork, and collaboration
• Commit to the growth and development of our team

Role Overview:

The Staff Accountant plays a vital role in supporting the organization through a wide range of accounting tasks. Core responsibilities include maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial analyses, and assisting with accounts payable. This position demands strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, attention to detail, and a high level of accuracy. The Staff Accountant I works collaboratively across departments to ensure efficient and reliable financial operations, demonstrating a proactive and detail‑oriented work ethic.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $50,820.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

• Review daily bank activity and ensure transactions are recorded appropriately;
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries and research items affecting account balances.
• Track investments for deferred prizes and reconcile related asset and liability accounts;
• Monitor prepaid expenses and record monthly accruals for expenses;
• Coordinate monthly with executive staff to forecast departmental budgets;
• Assist management in annual budget preparation;
• Prepare monthly Financial Statements analysis for leadership.
• Review and approve scratch game orders and production loads;
• Record property management expenses and reconcile clearing account monthly;
• Initiate ACH and wire transfers, including monthly distribution of Surplus Revenue to the Lottery Surplus Fund;
• Complete the annual unclaimed property review, including sending and monitoring due diligence letters, directing payment reissues, and reporting property to the Office of the Attorney General;
• Perform monthly tax balancing and assist with annual Federal and State tax filings;
• Compile information and prepare analyses as requested for audits;
• Serve as back‑up for processing payroll for the Comptroller of the State’s office;
• Assist with Hoosier Lottery Accounting responsibilities at the Indiana State Fair in August;
• Perform other related duties as required.

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:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, financial management, or a related field preferred, with at least one year of professional experience in accounting or banking.
• Strong attention to detail, with a demonstrated commitment to accuracy and completeness.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, adept at examining situations and recommending effective solutions.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Solid understanding of accounting and banking principles, including GAAP.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workloads, and meet deadlines.
• Experience using computerized accounting systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

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] .