Position: Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana USA
Reports to: VP of Finance & Accounting
Department: Accounting
Purpose of the Role:
Andretti Global is seeking a detail‑oriented and reliable full‑time Accounting Clerk to support daily accounting operations across a multi‑company enterprise. This role is responsible for processing accounts payable and receivable transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with account reconciliations. The position also plays a key role in supporting employees—many of whom work on the shop floor or rely on mobile devices—with expense reporting, receipt submission, and navigation of financial or travel‑related systems.
The Accounting Clerk will help staff adopt new tools and processes, contribute ideas for improving workflow efficiency, and support the organization’s transition toward more digital, streamlined accounting practices. The role involves regular interaction with employees, departments, customers, sponsors, and vendors, and may include answering phones and engaging with the public as needed. Confidentiality, accuracy, and adherence to company policies are essential.
Role Dimension:
This position is based at our headquarters in Indianapolis, IN. It requires regular in‑office presence, with the possibility of limited hybrid work arrangements based on performance and departmental needs. The role reports to the VP of Accounting & Finance and interacts with employees across the entire organization, including international divisions. A key component of this role involves supporting a large traveling staff with expense reporting, receipt submissions, and the use of newly implemented or evolving financial technologies.
Principal Accountabilities:
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Enter and process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
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Collect, analyze, and reconcile financial statements and supporting documentation, including various internal and external account reconciliations.
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Provide hands‑on support to employees for expense reporting, receipt submission, and use of financial or travel‑related systems.
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Provide patient, friendly, and clear assistance to employees who often complete administrative tasks from mobile devices or on the shop floor, offering guidance that fits within their workflow without disrupting primary responsibilities.
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Assist staff in learning and adopting newly implemented systems and tools across the accounting and finance function.
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Communicate effectively with staff, departments, contractors, vendors, sponsors, customers, and the general public.
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Contribute to continuous improvement by observing current workflows and recommending enhancements that increase efficiency, reduce manual paperwork, and support the organization’s shift toward more digital accounting processes.
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Perform filing duties, maintain organized records, and answer telephone inquiries.
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Meet all deadlines established by department heads.
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Uphold company client‑service standards and ensure all correspondence and forms follow company guidelines, are accurate, and error‑free.
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Perform other related duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
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High school diploma or equivalent required; additional college‑level coursework or vocational training in accounting or a related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain processes clearly and patiently.
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Above‑average computer skills, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and comfort learning new systems.
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Experience working with accounting or enterprise systems such as QuickBooks, Workday, or similar platforms; experience supporting multi‑company or multi‑entity environments is required.
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Ability to operate general office equipment efficiently.
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Ability to type 55 wpm accurately.
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Solid accounting and record‑keeping abilities with strong attention to detail.
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Strong organizational skills and a basic understanding of accounting principles.
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Accuracy in comparing figures and reviewing written information.
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Competence in basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
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Sound judgment and effective decision‑making skills.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
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Genuine enthusiasm for interacting with employees and providing excellent, patient customer service—especially when assisting individuals who may be unfamiliar with or resistant to new technology.
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Experience with expense‑management or workflow‑based systems is a plus.
Core Competencies:
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Technical Aptitude: Comfortable learning and using accounting, expense‑management, and enterprise systems; able to support others in doing the same.
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Customer Service Orientation: Provides friendly, patient, and effective support to employees, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
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Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in financial data, documentation, and communication.
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Organization & Time Management: Prioritizes tasks effectively and maintains orderly records in a multi‑company environment.
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Communication Skills: Clear, concise, and professional in both written and verbal interactions.
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Problem‑Solving: Identifies issues, proposes improvements, and contributes to more efficient processes.
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Adaptability: Comfortable working with evolving systems, new technologies, and changing organizational needs.
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Confidentiality & Integrity: Handles sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism.
Work Environment:
The position typically operates on a regular office schedule of Monday through Friday, 8AM-5PM. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate. This role may be involved with several people and projects at one time and be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of guests or employees.
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The environment is in an office area in an auto shop. It can be described as “busy” and “noisy” and will require excellent organizational and time and stress management skills to complete tasks.
Andretti Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
