AuditorCost Accountant

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Hiring Agency:

Agriculture - Agency 18

Location:

Lincoln NE

Hiring Rate:

$23.491

Job Posting:

JR2026- Auditor/Cost Accountant (Open)

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Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Agriculture is currently seeking an Auditor/Cost Accountant to join their team. This position works directly with the seven external and four internal commodity boards: Corn Wheat Grain Sorghum Dry Bean Ethanol Dry Pea & Lentil Dairy Grape & Wine Craft Brewery Potato and Poultry. The primary duty is reviewing records for check-off reporters to confirm compliance with statutory requirements. This is the only position that completes compliance audits for the entire state some travel may be required to visit firms with physical documents.

Look at what we have to offer!
13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
Military leave
156% (thats not a typo!) state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Fun inviting teammates
A safe and secure environment
At the State we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect acting ethically in all situations and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Job Duties:

• Manage budgets as set by each commodity board.
• Pre-audit payables and receivables for compliance with State Accounting and Board policies.
• Audit first purchasers for statutory compliance with collecting and reporting check-off.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses.
• Attend Board meetings.
• Provide direction to Boards on requirements of State Agencies such as fixed assets budget upload inventory and procurement.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in business administration or accounting.

Legal Requirements: Positions in this classification are subject to Title 42 Nebraska Administrative Code Chapter 1 Minimum Standards for Government Employees Identified as Auditors. The basic requirement is a Bachelors degree in business administration or the equivalent with at least 24 semester hours of accounting or auditing. Any combination of education with a concentration in accounting and auditing experience acceptable to the Auditor of Public Accounts may be substituted for the educational requirements in Section 002.01.

Other: This position requires travel. As such the incumbent must be able to present a valid drivers license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Experience with MS Office specifically Microsoft Excel. Ability to explain and simplify complex policies and statutes. Communicating information in an efficient and professional manner.

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