Position Title: Accountant

Organization: Lutheran Child and Family Services of IN/KY

Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Pay Starting: 27.25/ hour

Location: 1525 N Ritter Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46219

About Lutheran Child and Family Services

Lutheran Child and Family Services of Indiana/Kentucky, Inc. (LCFS) is a nonprofit social service organization founded in 1883. We provide residential and community-based services to children, families, and individuals, guided by our mission:

“Engaging and Empowering Families and Community with Love, Compassion, Faith, and Support.”

Our vision is that every community experiences safety and stability in an environment of respect, healing, and hope.

Position Overview

The Accountant plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of LCFS and the LCFS Foundation. This position focuses on transactional accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close support to ensure accurate and compliant financial records.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys structured processes, maintaining accuracy, and supporting a collaborative finance team.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Within your first 90 days, you will:

Accurately code and post journal entries
Complete monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Prepare assigned schedules for month-end close
Reconcile gifts and pledges with development records
Support audit documentation preparation
Meet accounting deadlines consistently
Communicate proactively regarding discrepancies or issues

Core Responsibilities

Transaction Processing & Reconciliations

Prepare and code financial transactions
Enter journal entries and maintain supporting documentation
Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Reconcile internal billings, transfers, and gifts

Month-End Close Support

Prepare assigned reconciliations and schedules
Ensure entries are completed before close deadlines
Submit documentation for review

Audit & Compliance Support

Assist with preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation
Support 1099 processing and cost report preparation
Maintain organized and secure financial records

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred; OR 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience in lieu of degree
Experience with general ledger accounting and reconciliations
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Valid Indiana Driver’s License
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with accounting systems (MIP preferred)
Understanding of general ledger accounting principles

Working With Us

Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
Supportive and collaborative finance team
Mission-driven nonprofit environment
Opportunities to grow within a structured finance department

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