Accountant II

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is looking for a dynamic individual with keen attention to detail to join our Office of Economic Assistance (OEA) Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Team as a CSE Accountant II. Under limited supervision, the Accountant II, performs full-performance professional accounting work involving a wide variety of accounting and related financial activities. "You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans."

Requirements

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.
Knowledge of: professional accounting principles, theories, and practices; generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), practices and standards; research practices and techniques; budgeting techniques and methods; record keeping methods; word processing and spreadsheet computer software programs; computerized accounting software; federal and State laws and regulations applicable to accounting/finance operations.
Skill in: using mathematical methods or formulas to compare, analyze and present data; compiling data from multiple sources into a single, comprehensive document or report.
Ability to: apply the principles of accounting, statistics, and fiscal management; learn and apply the principles and concepts of specific agency programs, policies and operating details of an accounting system; prepare a budget; design reports and financial statements; compute and compile financial data involving the use of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages and fractions; operate office equipment such as personal computers, photocopiers and desk calculators; manage funds and provide financial and budget recommendations; analyze data and draw conclusions; organize and present facts and opinions so others will understand; effectively communicate to exchange and elicit information.

Nice To Haves

Must have the ability to use excel, generate additional formulas when necessary and change existing formulas to accommodate different amounts and types of pay periods posting for each quarter.
Experience reading contracts and/or subgrants.
Experience with payables.