Accountant

About the Role

The Accountant will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial integrity and transparency of our client’s operations. Working within a dynamic our client environment, you will manage, analyze, and report financial information that supports strategic decision‑making and regulatory compliance. Your work will directly influence budget planning, grant management, and overall fiscal health, helping the agency achieve operational excellence. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, drive process improvements, and contribute to the agency’s mission of delivering high‑quality public services.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records and financial reports to assess compliance with procedural standards.
• Maintain and review the records of our client agencies, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Advise the appointing authority and/or controller on the status of all accounts and financial matters.
• Develop and update policies and procedures for general accounting and bookkeeping functions.
• Oversee the use of the computerized accounting system, ensuring data integrity and system efficiency.
• Establish work methods and control measures for accounting/bookkeeping functions to mitigate risk.
• Certify the accuracy of the agency’s financial records and accounts before final reporting.
• Review grant reconciliation reports for grant‑funded accounts and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Direct program staff in accounting matters related to specific program funding and financial reporting.
• Assist the controller in budget preparation, analysis, and monitoring.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable functions within a public or governmental setting.
• Proven ability to reconcile complex discrepancies between accounts, with at least 5 years of hands‑on experience.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills, capable of translating complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Self‑motivated, capable of working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Extensive knowledge of public accounting theories, principles, and best practices.
• In‑depth understanding of our client and state laws, policies, and procedures related to accounting and bookkeeping.
• Experience with automated accounting systems and proficiency in using computerized general ledger platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to lead budget preparations and manage financial planning processes.
• Expertise in preparing and interpreting complex financial statements and reports.
• Capability to analyze and solve intricate accounting problems and develop or modify accounting procedures.

Tools & Technologies

• Computerized accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle Financials, QuickBooks, or equivalent our client accounting platforms).
• Microsoft Excel for data analysis, budgeting, and reporting.
• Grant management and reconciliation tools used in our client finance.
• General ledger and chart of accounts management.

Work Schedule & Duration

• Contract length: 3 months (10/05/26 – 01/01/27).
• Work arrangement: Onsite at the Indianapolis office (100 N Senate Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204).

Interview Process

The selection process typically includes an initial phone screening, followed by an in‑person technical interview with the finance team, and a final interview with the hiring manager and key stakeholders. Candidates may be asked to provide examples of past accounting projects and demonstrate proficiency in financial reconciliation and reporting.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Duration: Approximately 12 months (with potential for extension)
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States