Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Compliance

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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.

The mission of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources is to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management, and education.

The incumbent serves as the Controller within the DNR Financial Programs Division and is responsible for supervising the total fiscal and asset management, which encompasses a large number of complex functions with a broad scope. This includes effective oversight and management of the agency's capital assets, annual inventory, State and Federal Surplus, standard operating procedures, and Preventive Maintenance and Capital Funds for DNR facility projects.

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

The essential elements of the job duties:

• Oversee the accounting management of federal and state accounts.
• Prepare and or 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 preparation of 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 everything from major expenditures to 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.

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 which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay…