Accountant I
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Job Location:
Lincoln, NE - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 45000 - 60000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer professional services company consumer loan originator and servicer payments processor renewable energy solutions and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years Nelnet has been serving its customers associates and communities.
The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team youre part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live learn and work.
Develops prepares and analyzes financial and operating data while performing various complex accounting duties. Assists with the completion of other department projects. Experience using Workday is preferred.We offer a dynamic hybrid work model that provides the flexibility you need while maintaining meaningful in-person collaboration. Associates are expected to be in the office 3 days per week allowing for a balance of remote and on-site work. This approach fosters teamwork innovation and a strong company culture while supporting work-life balance.
As an Accountant I youll have the opportunity to:
- Manage daily accounting functions related to supplier invoices and employee expense reimbursement
- Develop and communicate solutions for continuous process improvement within the job function
-Perform calculations posting of journal entries analysis and reporting for accounting transactions in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Apply results of research to the Companys operations and/or specific transactions
- Assist with financial statement review and preparation
- Assist with various accounting projects and communicate results
-Perform research and apply advanced problem solving to reconcile accounts and perform job duties
- Manage expectations through consistent and timely updates
- Work with external organizations and internal departments on project initiatives and various accounting issues
This position is based in Lincoln NE offering a hybrid work option. Nelnet values flexibility and understands the importance of work-life integration. Our hybrid work environment allows associates living within 30 miles of our Lincoln Nebraska office location to work remotely for part of the week while also fostering collaboration and team connection through in-office presence 24 hours per week.
EDUCATION:
4-year degree in Business Administration/Accounting or equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE:
1 years accounting experience
COMPETENCIES SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:
Understanding of basic accounting concepts
Ability to work under and deliver under deadline constraints and manage multiple tasks
Ability to work independently with initiative and appropriate supervision
Strong analytical and problem solving ability
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Effectively interact with various divisions and levels of management throughout the company
Excellent PC and technology skills including MS Excel & Word
Starting Salary Range for this role is $45000 - $60000/year based on experience
Our benefits package includes medical dental vision HSA and FSA generous earned time off 401K/student loan repayment life insurance & AD&D insurance employee assistance program employee stock purchase program tuition reimbursement performance-based incentive pay short- and long-term disability and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK.
Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion/creed national origin gender sex marital status age disability use of a guide dog or service animal sexual orientation military/veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.
Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at or.
Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Accounting Tally
- General Ledger Accounting
- External Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Payroll
- Financial Recouncilation
- Financial statement
- Accounting and Finance
- ACCA
- CPA
- Financial Reporting
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