{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f6e32a08dbb86d75b757992a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f6e32a08dbb86d75b757992a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f6e32a08dbb86d75b757992a","title":"Accountant","description":"Work for Indiana 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.\nAbout Pendleton Correctional Facility:\nPendleton Correctional Facility is a maximum‑security facilitylocatedin Pendleton, Indiana, housing incarcerated adult males. The facility alsooperatesan adjacent minimum‑security dormitory. While the campus has historic origins, it includes updated housing units and medical areas that support modern correctional operations. Incarcerated individuals canparticipatein educational programs, GED preparation, and literacy courses.Additionalopportunities include substance abuse treatment, parenting courses, and vocational training in auto body repair and printing. Staff emphasize safety, accountability, and skill development. To learn more about Pendleton Correctional Facility, clickhere.\nRole Overview:\nAs an Accountant you will be based at the facility and will process Accounts Payable, Recreation Fund, and Miscellaneous Fund transactions. This position is responsible for processing transactions associated with the payment of invoices in PeopleSoft.\nSalary:\nThe salary for this position traditionally starts at $37,648.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.\nA Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows:\nPost transactions to appropriate ledgers and accounts.\nVerify accuracy of all financial documents and records.\nReconcile accounts and subsidiary ledgers with the general ledger.\nPrepare, correct, and adjust entries prior to closing accounts.\nPrepare periodic financial reports such as balance sheets and income statements.\nEnsure availability of funds before authorizing payment or submitting vouchers for payment to the State Auditor’s Office for approval.\nPrepare, edit, and verify electronic data processing entries and documents.\nRecommend changes in accounting policies and assists in developing accounting procedures.\nThe 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.\nWhat You'll Need for Success: Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:\nFoundational knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of public accounting.\nFoundational knowledge of agency function and organization.\nFoundational knowledge of the federal and state laws, procedures, practices and policies of governmental accounting and bookkeeping.\nFoundational knowledge of automated accounting systems.\nAbility to communicate, both orally and in writing.\nAbility to solve standard accounting problems.\nAbility to evaluate and recommend modifications to existing accounting methods and procedures.\nAbility to accurately perform arithmetic calculations.\nAbility to prepare clear, accurate and concise reports.\nEffective communication skills.\nA degree is not required.\nIndividuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.\nSupervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.\nBenefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:\nThe State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:\nThree (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans\nWellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards\nHealth savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution\nDeferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match\nTwo (2) fully-funded pension plan options\nA 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\nUp to 15 hours of paid community service leave\n\nCombined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off\n12 paid holidays, 14 on election years\nEducation Reimbursement Program\nGroup life insurance\nReferral Bonus program\nEmployee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits\nQualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program\nFree Parkingfor most positions\nFree LinkedIn Learningaccess\nEqual Employment Opportunity:\nThe 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 jobs@spd.IN.gov.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Socket","rawCompany":"socket","city":"Pendleton","state":"IN","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-25T03:37:56.550Z","occupations":[{"code":"43-3031.00","title":"Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks","slug":"bookkeeping-accounting-and-auditing-clerks"},{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"43-3099.00","title":"Financial Clerks, All Other","slug":"financial-clerks-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"922140","title":"Correctional Institutions","slug":"correctional-institutions"},{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"},{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Accountant","description":"Work for Indiana 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. 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