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