Accountant I

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

4d • $18

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs full-performance professional and technical level accounting work in the day-to-day maintenance of accounts and/or financial records in one or more established accounting/financial management systems; assists in developing, revising, and operating an accounting/financial management system; performs related work as assigned.

Requirements

• Post high school coursework in accounting, finance, business administration or related field or vocational school OR experience performing accounting, functions including interpreting and analyzing financial data.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two years of experience working in a financial setting.
• Excel experience preferred.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting, State Taxes, or understanding of ACH rules beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable: Process invoices and contract payments through OnBase and the Enterprise One (NIS) voucher system.
• Expense Reimbursements: Process Employee Expense Reimbursements (ERDs) and travel documents for payment.
• Documentation: Prepare billing documents, invoices, and financial forms; record transactions in accounting systems.
• Record Maintenance: Post data to ledgers, journals, and worksheets to maintain financial records.
• Compliance: Ensure documentation complies with DOR and State policies and procedures.
• Coding: Apply correct coding to ensure accurate financial statements.
• Spreadsheets: Prepare and use spreadsheets for processing and documentation.
• Filing: File documentation electronically or on paper for future reference.
• Evaluation and Reporting: Evaluate documents for policy compliance, initiate payments, and compile financial data for reports and analysis.
• Serve as backup function for preparing or approving daily deposits documents, tax receipts/refunds and daily reconciliation function.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
• Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
• Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!
• Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
• For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED