Capital Program Funds Analyst

State of Indiana

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • $47,320 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Work for IndianaBegin 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.About the Indiana Department of Transportation:The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.Role Overview:This Budget Analyst position within the Project Finance Division establishes construction contract program funding inside software that is utilized to help maintain the integrity of the agency's capital program resources. It is the final step prior to the approval of a purchase order based upon letting results and is essential to the State of Indiana's roadway infrastructure ensuring cost is properly set up to track resources utilized in contractor payments. This position is the sole position responsible for maintaining contractor cost inside of the system used to run reports to analyze where the agency is given the fiscal years resources for construction activity ensuring approximately $2B in cost for the State of Indiana contractors is tracked. In addition, the position is responsible for running data analytics for Quality Control and Assurance ensuring resources are aligned with fiscal year estimated obligations for current and future years up to 7 years, a highly visible task seen throughout the agency in all districts. This position is a key INDOT position whereby the accuracy of funding the capital program is monitored with their output.Location:This position is located in INDOT’s Indianapolis Central Office, Project Finance Division.Salary:This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $47,320.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.A Day in the Life:The essential elements of the job duties:
  • Prepare and monitor administrative budgets in addition to schedules for large expenditures such as leases, equipment, and allotments.
  • Assist in the preparation of agency budget analysis of expenditure and preparation of expenditure reports.
  • Prepare and monitor expenditure reports such as fund balances by type and category.
  • Prepare reports on quarterly grants and allotments.
  • Provide assistance to government auditing teams.
  • Review program and administrative budgets with management and agency staff.
  • Assist with annual tasks such as assisting with reports on anticipated funds and detailed reports of previous year’s expenditures.
  • Monitor purchase orders or release of balances that will become available in state and federal resources.
  • Utilize computers, programming, and software systems in performance of duties.
  • Perform related duties as required.
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 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 requirement to be considered for employment:
  • High School Diploma or High School Equivalent degree (HSE) required.
  • Six (6) years full time professional experience In Accounting, Auditing, Financial Analysis, Or rRelated eExperience. Substitution - Accredited College Training in Accounting or related area may substitute for required experience with a max substitution of four (4) years.;
  • Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the Generally Accepted Audit Standards and related theories.
  • Advanced knowledge of federal, state and agency budgeting and fiscal policies and procedures.
  • Ability to review and analyze financial requisitions in PeopleSoft/Encompass to determine discrepancies and make corrections.
  • Working knowledge of agency organization and function.
  • Ability to prepare clear and concise reports via PeopleSoft/Encompass.
  • Ability to review and analyze budgets.
  • Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.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
  • Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) 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 and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • 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. 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 .

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