General Accountant (Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper)📍 Indianapolis, IN | Full-Time | On-site
About the Role:
J.R. Helms & Associates, P.C. is a full-service accounting, tax, and business consulting firm based in Indianapolis. We’re hiring a Staff Accountant / General Accountant who wants meaningful client work, professional growth, and a clear development path. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on accounting and bookkeeping experience who is ready to take ownership of general ledger responsibilities while continuing to grow in a supportive, collaborative public accounting environment. This role requires sound judgment, curiosity, and the ability to think through issues—not just follow a checklist.
What You’ll Do:- Prepare and post journal entries
- Reconcile and maintain general ledger accounts
- Support month-end and year-end close
- Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules
- Research and resolve account discrepancies
- Assist with operational and financial audit fieldwork
- Perform data entry and financial analysis
- Support income tax preparation for individual, business, and non-profit clients (as assigned)
- Communicate clearly with clients and internal team members
What We’re Looking For:- Experience with QuickBooks and general ledger accounting
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to analyze issues and problem-solve independently
- Clear, professional communication skills
- Comfort working with multiple clients or entities
- Public accounting or small-business accounting experience preferred
Why Join:- J.R. Helms & AssociatesSIMPLE IRA with 3% company match
- Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
- Paid continuing education, CPA exam support, and professional memberships
- Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients
- Opportunity to grow into senior and leadership roles
Compensation:
Competitive salary range of $44,500–$81,000, based on experience, with opportunities for growth, professional development, and performance-based increases.
Who This Role Is NOT ForThis role may not be a good fit if:
- You’re looking for a fully remote position
- Your experience is limited to AP/AR, payroll-only, or data-entry-only work
- You prefer highly repetitive, behind-the-scenes tasks with little client interaction
- You’re seeking a senior leadership or management-level role at this time
