Accountant II

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Transportation
- Agency 27

Location:

Lincoln, NEHiring Rate:$25.403

Job Posting:

JR Accountant II (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):07-09-2026

Job Description:

Are you a team player with great accounting skills? Are you detail-oriented? If you answered with an excited "YES!" then we just may be the team for you!

We reward our employees' hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

State-matched retirement contribution of 156%13 paid holidays

Generous leave accruals that begin immediately

Military leave

Tuition reimbursement program

Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
79% employer-paid health insurance plans

Dental and vision insurance plans

Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy

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

Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship

Employee Assistance Program Fun, inviting teammates

Free parking

Pay range is $25.403 - $37.448 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.

JOB DUTIES Perform Accounts Payable functions including:

Enter payments in the NDOT Accounts Payable System (RPS).Pre-Audit Employee Expense Reimbursements and other Division and District payments in the NDOT Accounts Payable System (RPS).Create 3-way match payment in the State Accounting System (E1).Process Roads Project Contractor payments utilizing AASHTOWare, NDOT Agreement Contract Tracking System (ACT), and NDOT Accounts Payable System (RPS).Process Journal Vouchers utilizing GAAP knowledge to make corrections.

Assist with Accounts Receivable processes as needed.

Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.

Pre-Audit Certified.

Experience reviewing expense reimbursements to check that all policies, procedures, rules, and regulations are being followed.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of professional accounting principles, theories, and practices.

Strong attention to detail and time management skills.

Strong Microsoft Office skills

Ability to interpret State Statutes; state and agency policies and procedures; rules and regulations.

Ability to organize and present facts and opinions.

Ability to research and analyze data.

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Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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