Controller

Date Posted: Dec 16, 2024

Requisition ID: 453754

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

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 Family & Social Services Administration (FSSA):

The Division of Mental Health and Addiction within the Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) sets care standards for the provision of mental health and addiction services to Hoosiers. DMHA is committed to ensuring that clients have access to quality services that promote individual, family and community resiliency and recovery.

The division also certifies all community mental health centers and addiction treatment services providers. DMHA operates six psychiatric hospitals (NeuroDiagnostic Institute, Evansville Psychiatric Children’s Center, Evansville State Hospital, Logansport State Hospital, Madison State Hospital and Richmond State Hospital). DMHA provides funding support for mental health and addiction services to target populations with financial need and administers federal funds earmarked for substance abuse prevention projects.

Role Overview:

The Controller for the FSSA Division of Mental Health and Addiction is involved in a variety of executive duties that require discretion in the interpretation, application, and execution of agency and department policies and programs. You will monitor the division's multi-million dollar budget by ensuring compliance with the spending plans, providing financial analysis and recommendations for new initiatives and policies, and ensuring expenditures are properly tracked and reflected in accounting records. All activities must comply with Federal and State regulations.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $75,010.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

Essential duties are:

• Oversee the accounting management of federal and state accounts.

• Prepare and coordinate the preparation of the agency’s biennial budget submissions and annual spending plans by providing historical financial data and analytical input.

• Review and analyze monthly financial statements for each division and account and advise the agency Director, Division Directors, and Program Managers on the status of all assigned accounts.

• Prepare or oversee the preparation of quarterly federal financial reports for all federal programs and year-end close-out reports for all federal programs.

• Advise and or assist managers and directors in preparing annual federal grant applications by providing meaningful financial input, including, alternative funding options, input on spending and budgeting and advising them of federal rules and regulations.

• Develop policies and procedures for general accounting and bookkeeping functions.

• Ensure the agency’s financial management system reconciles with the Auditor's records monthly.

• Certify the accuracy of the agency’s financial records and accounts.

• Control the flow of appropriated funds for all accounts within the agency.

• Manage and direct the agency’s procurement activities, including major expenditures for office supplies.

• Monitor cash management procedures and ensure federal funds are drawn down as necessary and prepare or review corresponding reports of collection.

• Research and resolve difficult accounting issues using sources such as the Indiana Code, Code of Federal Regulations, and various governmental accounting manuals.

• Prepare or oversee the preparation of adjusting journal entries and interdepartmental billings, and ensure adequate supporting documentation is provided.

• Reconcile complex discrepancies between accounts.

• Must ensure that all accounts are closed at the appropriate fiscal year-end and that federal funds are obligated and de-obligated within specific time frames.

• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.

• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

• Some essential functions of this position may be performed onsite at the agency’s worksite or other assigned worksites while some essential functions of this position may be eligible for work-from-home authorization in accordance with policy. Remote work authorization is not automatic and is dependent upon operational needs and agency approval.

The job description 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.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that 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:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

• Seven (7) years of full-time professional experience in accounting, auditing, business administration, financial management/analysis, or related experience and four (4) years of full-time experience in an administrative, supervisory, or management capacity.

• Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply the theories, principles, laws, and techniques regarding state and federal governmental accounting, budgeting, and auditing.

• Extensive knowledge of GAAP, GASB, GAGAS, GAAS, and other applicable accounting guidelines.

• Working knowledge of and ability to use automated accounting systems, spreadsheets, word processors, and databases.

• Ability to analyze and resolve complex accounting issues independently using various sources of information.

• Ability to develop and analyze financial data and budgets, make recommendations, and prepare specialized reports.

• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.

• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits 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.

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