Accountant

Lincoln, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Nelnet Business Services (NBS) a division of Nelnet Inc. provides payment technology education services and learning management solutions to education and faith-based organizations serving more than 1300 higher education institutions 11500 K-12 schools 3500 churches and millions of individual students families and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.

As a Nelnet company the perks at NBS go beyond our benefits package. Youre part of a community invested in you as an individual and united by our mission to create opportunities for people where they live learn and work.

Develops prepares and analyzes financial and operating data while performing a variety of complex accounting duties for NBS. Assists with completion of projects affecting multiple departments.

- Assist with financial statement preparation and consolidation of financial statements. - Develop and communicate solutions for continuous process improvement within the job function. - Perform calculations posting of journal entries analysis and reporting related to complex GAAP accounting transactions. - Apply results of research to the Companys operations and/or specific transactions. - Reconcile complex accounts extensive research advanced problem solving and resolution within corporate standards. - Assist with various accounting projects and report on performance. - Document report and follow through on recommendations from projects. - Manage expectations through consistent and timely updates. - Work with external organizations and internal departments on project initiatives and various accounting issues.

Salary for this role is: $62000

EDUCATION: 4-year degree in Business Administration/Accounting. EXPERIENCE: Internship or prior work experience in an accounting or finance function.
COMPETENCIES SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES

Ownership & Follow-Through: Takes responsibility for the quality and timeliness of their work; proactively communicates progress obstacles or delays; works with their manager to set and pursue meaningful goals.
Sound Judgment: Demonstrates good business sense; knows when to act independently and when to ask for help.
Technical Proficiency: Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills; comfortable learning and adapting to new systems and tools.
Organization & Prioritization: Manages multiple tasks and deadlines effectively; delivers quality work under pressure without losing attention to detail.
Analytical Thinking: Able to work through complex data sets identify what matters and communicate findings clearly and concisely.
Curiosity & Growth Mindset: Asks good questions seeks to understand the why behind the work and looks for ways to improve processes and their own skills.
Collaboration & Team Contribution: Works well with others and contributes positively to team dynamics; equally capable of working independently when the situation calls for it.
Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally both in writing and in conversation across all levels of the organization.
Accounting Knowledge: Solid understanding of core accounting concepts and GAAP; capable of applying them accurately in day-to-day work.

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.

Develops prepares and analyzes financial and operating data while performing a variety of complex accounting duties for NBS. Assists with completion of projects affecting multiple departments.

Salary for this role is: $62000

EDUCATION: 4-year degree in Business Administration/Accounting. EXPERIENCE: Internship or prior work experience in an accounting or finance function.
COMPETENCIES SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES