Controller

As our Controller, you will serve as the financial and administrative backbone of the organization, owning accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, along with payroll and new-employee onboarding.This is a hands-on leadership role with real autonomy, ideal for a self-directed finance professional.ResponsibilitiesAccounting and Financial ReportingManaging and recording accounts payable daily, including reviewing invoices and issuing paymentsManaging and recording accounts receivable daily, including issuing invoices and tracking paymentsPreparing monthly financial reports, such as statements of cash receipts and expensesMaintaining personal property records and filing the Indiana Business Personal Property Tax ReturnCalculating and preparing quarterly dues assessments for member companiesBudgetingPreparing the annual budget in consultation with IEA leadershipMonitoring budget versus actual expenses and reporting variancesAudit and ComplianceServing as the primary point of contact for the annual audit and uploading requested materialsAssisting with the preparation of the Form 990 and the Form 5500Maintaining records of expenses and preparing annual registration statements and semi-annual ILRC activity reportsManaging the PAC account, including bookkeeping and required compliance reportingPayroll and HR AdministrationPreparing semi-monthly payroll, including state and federal tax depositsPreparing quarterly payroll reports to the IRS and the State of Indiana, and the annual Form 940Issuing W-2 Wage and Tax Statements and 1099 Non-Employee Compensation forms each yearHandling HR onboarding for new employees (e.g., direct deposit, payroll, insurance, etc.)RequirementsStrong accounting fundamentals: general ledger, account reconciliation, and month-end closePayroll and payroll tax knowledge: federal and state deposits, quarterly filings, and year-end formsCompliance know-how: comfort with information returns, audits, and regulatory reportingSoftware proficiency: accounting software, online banking and payroll portals, and advanced ExcelBudgeting and analysis: able to build a budget, track variances, and explain the numbers to non-finance leadersOrganization and reliability: manages recurring deadlines without reminders and keeps clean recordsCommunication: works comfortably with leadership, Board members, member companies, auditors, and staffIntegrity and discretion: handles confidential financial and personnel information with careEducation/ExperienceBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred. An associate's degree in accounting or business with 8+ years of accounting experience will be considered. Experience with a nonprofit, trade association, or membership organization is strongly preferred, and Indiana experience is a plus.Must be willing to travel < 5%Must be willing to work evenings < 5%Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.BenefitsThe starting salary is $76,500, with the potential for higher compensation based on qualifications and relevant experience. This role also includes a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; paid time off; a 401(k) retirement plan; and employer-provided parking.About the Indiana Energy AssociationThe Indiana Energy Association is a non-profit trade association representing the state’s largest electric and natural gas utilities. Our mission is to advocate for sound energy policy while supporting the economy and quality of life in Indiana.We are a small team of five employees located in downtown Indianapolis.Website: https://indianaenergy.org/