Accountant
Req number:
R7623
Employment type:
Full time
Worksite flexibility:
Hybrid Who we are
CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right-whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.
Job Summary
As an Accountant with governmental accounting experience, you will be responsible for a variety of important and complex accounting functions including: understanding and applying federal grant accounting principles, ensuring compliance with federal financial reporting requirements, communicating with program managers about the status of federal funds, assist in developing and documenting procedures for Finance department.
Job Description
We are in need of an Accountant with governmental account experience to be responsible for a variety of important and complex accounting functions including: understanding and applying federal grant accounting principles, ensuring compliance with federal financial reporting requirements, communicating with program managers about the status of federal funds, assist in developing and documenting procedures for Finance department.
This is a full time, long term contract and is hybrid (3-days onsite, 2-days remote) in downtown Indianapolis.
Only local candidates without a need for sponsorship now or in the future will be considered.
This position requires a great deal of attention to detail, multi-tasking, and translating complex financial data, formulas, and general reports into consumable narratives for program areas who may or may not have advanced working knowledge of financial principles, practices, or policies.
The Accountant is critical oversight, and risk management review of financial activity. The Accountant is responsible for the analytical review and knowledge base to support IDOH and program directors to include understanding and ensuring proper financial requirements, spend, reporting of each grant. They are part of a team supporting the Agency commission and mission to promote, protect and improve the health and safety of all Hoosiers.
What You'll Do:
Prepare monthly appropriation reports for State funds, Department funds and Federal projects
Review monthly appropriation reports for accuracy and allowable expenses
Process journal entries for indirect costs, expense transfers and corrections
Reporting and reconciliation procedures for risk management, program support, and federal grant requirements
Ensure accurate chart fields for requisitions and purchase orders are entered
Fiscal Approval for requisitions and purchase orders for assigned State funds, Federal Funds, and departments
Compare requirements for grants, Notice of Awards, and other responsibilities as they relate to financial operations and reporting
Work as the direct contact to the Program directors who are their business partners, to ensure success in managing grants, goals, timelines, and providing expertise in review of financial activities and purpose
Reconcile and request purchase orders or purchase order lines associated with assigned Federal funds
Ensure reconciled reports, presenting information for decision making, and understanding by the customer and as directed by the federal grant requirements
Reconcile and request assigned projects to be closed upon completion
Meet with Program Directors and Program Managers no less than quarterly or more frequently at the program areas request and/or need to review and validate assigned Federal funds
Respond to Management, Program, and Federal inquiries for assigned Federal funds-Engage in periodic, comprehensive reviews of financial data
Translate complex financial data formulas and general reports into consumable narratives for use by others
Perform related duties as required
The work varies from day-to-day and involves some independent decisions, applying established procedures and techniques and recommending creative solutions to complex issues. Incumbent often has a wide breadth of independent decision-making
Incumbent receives general instructions and follows established procedures without further supervision other than minimal need for assistance in performance of duties. Work is reviewed on a continuous basis to ensure compliance with established procedures
Works with a wide range of persons including supervisors, upper-management, other employees in organization, other agency personnel, contractors, administrators, and vendors
What You'll Need
Required:
Thorough knowledge and the ability to apply general the Generally Accepted Accounting
Thorough knowledge and the ability to apply Generally Accepted Audit Standards and related theories
Thorough knowledge of Governmental Accounting
Broad knowledge of federal budgeting and fiscal policies and procedures
Provide guidance to program directors through review and understanding of expectations to each grant and activity projected;
Advanced knowledge of appropriate Encompass modules
Oversight of funds used by statute, project set up requirements, and budget, grant and contract amendments, renewals and submissions
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all levels of the organization
Ability to work under pressure and to practice diplomacy, tact, and courtesy
Ability to problem solve and research and recommend remedies to complex issues
Ability to develop effective procedures
Physical Demands
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
Must be able to communicate with customers/team members over the phone and in person
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time, with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings
Reasonable accommodation statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or 824 - 8111.
$33.00 - $36.50 per hour
The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
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