ACFR Accountant Date Posted: Jan 13, 2025 Requisition ID: 454826 Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse 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. At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, 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. About the State Comptroller's Office: The mission of the State Comptroller’s Office is to carry out the constitutional responsibilities of the Comptroller by: Informing the public about the Indiana State government’s finances; Maintaining the State’s financial records and reports and paying the State’s bills and employees accurately and efficiently; Taking a leadership role in the development of the State’s financial policy; Upholding the public’s trust and confidence by ensuring that Hoosier’s tax dollars are accounted for and spent transparently; Serving as a check and balance within the executive branch to sustain accountability among state and local governmental entities and; Providing quality customer service to all who conduct business with the State of Indiana. Role Overview: Incumbent serves as an ACFR Accountant for the Office of Indiana State Comptroller preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), detailing the State of Indiana’s financial position. The ACFR Accountant assists the Accounting and Reporting Department with ensuring the accuracy of the reporting of financial data for the state. Salary Statement: The salary for this position is commensurate with education or work experience. A Day in the Life: + Prepare the state’s ACFR in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as promulgated by the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards in accordance with audit deliverables. + Work with the ACFR manager to implement new accounting standards and best practices + Coordinate submissions from state agencies and component units + Educate state agencies and component units on accounting standards + Prepare reports, account reconciliations, and account analysis as needed to ensure the accuracy of the general ledger. + Perform related duties as assigned. What You'll Need for Success: + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting required + 5 years of government financial reporting, or 2 years of government auditing experience. + 2 years of experience with Peoplesoft Financials preferred, specifically query manager and journal creation + Active Certified Public Account (CPA) certification preferred + Understanding and application of government GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), including hierarchy, and the use of GASB’s online Research System (GARS). + Capable of analyzing financial data and utilizing it to prepare accruals and reconciliations, considering GAAP and applicable Indiana Code. + Possess organization, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. + Effectively communicate in a courteous and tactful manner. + Ability to foster cooperation and responsiveness with all parties involved in the preparation of the ACFR, including state agencies and component units. + Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word). + Use of the Workiva platform to prepare the ACFR preferred. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. 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 + Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities + Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k 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 + 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 + Referral Bonus program + Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits + Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program + Free Parking for most positions + Free LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity: 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. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov. The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application. Current Employee? 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