Location: Indianapolis,IN, USA
Work for Indiana
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 Indiana Department of Correction (DOC):
We promote public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. As the model of best correctional practices, we strive to return productive citizens to our communities and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.
Role Overview:
This position is within the DOC Payroll Department. You will be assigned facilities to process bi-weekly payroll as well as be an expert at all state personnel, payroll and internal DOC policies. This position will also assist be the go-to contact for all facility staff, with any questions and concerns they may have about their payroll. This position is on-site and located at DOC central office in Indianapolis, Indiana (46204).
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $39,000.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
* Process Payroll in UKG Timekeeping and PeopleSoft systems for around 500 employees. This could include 1 to 3 facilities.
* Interpret and ensure compliance with the FLSA and other various federal, state, and local related laws, regulations, and Department policies.
* Act as liaison to GMIS with agency PeopleSoft Time and Labor problem resolution, the Comptroller's Office, Sate Personnel, the Payroll Director, and DOC facilities.
* Keep up to date on Payroll training materials within UKG and PeopleSoft.
* Maintain established reports and develop reports as requested by agency Executive staff.
* Review and complete benefit Prior Year Corrections for the State Personnel Department.
* Complete employment verifications.
* Coordinate and reconcile facility Cash Spot Bonus Detail Reports to the Commissioner's CSB Budget Report.
* Perform administrative duties as assigned by supervisor and Division Director.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of this role.
What You'll Need for Success:
* Four (4) years professional experience in payroll; accounting; auditing; business administration, or four (4) years accredited college training in a related field, and one (1) year supervisory experience.
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
* Thorough knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of public accounting.
* Thorough knowledge of federal and state accounting laws, policies, and procedures.
* Thorough knowledge of agency organization and function.
* Thorough knowledge of one or both payroll systems.
* Ability to solve relatively complex accounting and payroll problems.
* Ability to develop accounting methods and procedures to meet agency needs.
* Ability to reconcile discrepancies in accounts.
* Ability to develop effective work relationships.
* Effective communication skills.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit 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 ...@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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