Accountant I

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

1d•$18

About The Position

The Accountant I position will conduct a variety of duties including; accounting, pre-audit of accounts payables, deposit and exam billing processing, fixed assets inventory, purchasing, oversee record retention, accounts receivables and accounts payables, and assist the Business Manager as assigned. Look at what we have to offer! 13 paid holidays Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately Military leave 156% (that's not a typo!) 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 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!

Requirements

Post high school coursework or vocational education in accounting, finance, business administration or related field OR experience performing accounting functions including interpreting and analyzing financial data.
Regular and reliable attendance required.
Skilled in multi-tasking, attention to detail, and proofreading to assure completeness and accuracy of documents.
Good communication skills to effectively exchange information and employ professionalism, and good judgment when dealing with staff and the public.
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, be punctual and dependable.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years' experience in accounting practices.
One or more years' experience with the State of Nebraska Payroll and Financial Center including A/P, A/R, purchasing, and pre-auditing of A/P.
One or more years' experience with records retention and inventory.
Strong working knowledge of Excel.

Responsibilities

Manage and post daily deposit of all checks and ACH payments received by the Department.
Pre-Audit all accounts payable and journal entry documents and monitor employee reimbursement processes.
Process monthly & annual billings for exams, other services, including coordinating hotel direct billings for AP and exam billings.
Monitor and coordinate collection of past due accounts.
Receipt checks received for monthly and annual billings.
Research and order office equipment, furniture, and copy and printing jobs.
Enter purchase orders and requisitions in the State’s database.
Perform Records Management Officer duties for the Department, including coordinating and processing the transfer of all documents to the Records Management system.
Monitor Department fixed assets, including maintaining and updating inventory spreadsheets, running monthly and annual reports, tagging equipment, processing and coordinating items to be destroyed or sent to surplus property, and conducting twice annual physical inventory.
Serve as contact for building maintenance on maintenance issues and service requests.
Prepare spreadsheets, correspondence, reports, and research as assigned.
Assist and/or backup the Business Manager with special projects and biennial budget preparation, as well as providing backup for absences for travel requests etc.
Organize and file accounting documents.
Other duties as assigned and within the scope of the classification.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing 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
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