Accountant II

Job Summary

Ne Nebraska Department of Labor Finance team is looking for a person to fill a position supporting accounts payable with some accounts receivable. In addition to those duties, this position will support the financial reporting team with up to half of assigned work being projects.

• Prepare and upload vouchers.
• Review entries for accuracy and post daily.
• Update/monitor expense reimbursement transactions.
• Serve as back up for business unit creation for grant purposes.
• Retrieve and file cash report daily.
• Special projects as assigned.
• Pre‑audit and post entries daily.
• Monthly reconciliations for Labor Treasury accounts.
• Manage and review cash flow reporting.
• Provide backup functions to other teams in Finance.

• Associate's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, statistics or related field and experience with accounting/financial management systems.
• OR 2 years’ experience with professional accounting procedures including developing and modifying accounting/financial management systems.

• Prior participation in a team environment.
• Skilled with business math, flexible and adaptable, problem solving, and can manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with multiple accounting systems.
• Self‑development, customer service, advanced Excel, and process improvement.

Successful candidate will be required to complete and pass a Federal Background Check, which includes being fingerprinted.

Knowledge of accounting theory and double‑entry accounting concepts and procedures; generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); accounting systems; methods of filing and maintaining accounting records;
Microsoft Excel; database management; federal and state laws and regulations applicable to accounting/finance operations.

Skills in using mathematical methods or formulas to compare, analyze and present data; compiling data from multiple sources into a single, comprehensive document or report.

Abilities to apply accounting, statistics and fiscal management principles; learn and apply specific agency program policies; design reports and financial statements; compute and compile financial data; operate office equipment; manage funds and provide financial and budget recommendations; analyze data and draw conclusions; organize and present facts and opinions; effectively communicate to exchange and elicit information.

NDOL Administration Building, 550 South 16th Street, Lincoln (On‑Site)

8:00am – 5:00pm;
Monday – Friday

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accrue immediately
• Military leave
• 156% state‑matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer‑paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer‑paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Career advancement opportunities
• Training and development based on career aspirations

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