Nelnet is now hiring!

Accountant lll

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with Accounting Management and assist other team members in the monthly close and reporting processes
• Prepare month-end close and ad hoc journal entries, calculations, analysis, and reporting related to complex GAAP accounting transactions.
• Reconcile complex general ledger accounts, extensively research variances, and correct account discrepancies where necessary
• Analyze general ledger accounts to ensure proper accounting treatment and necessary monthly accrual adjustments are applied
• Exercise good judgement and strong professional skills in the preparation of accounting records and reporting consistent with GAAP, standard methodologies, and company policies
• Embrace teamwork while also working independently; serve as resource and subject matter expert to other team members
• Perform various accounts payable functions
• Assist with monthly financial statement preparation, including analysis of financial results and statements of cash flows.
• Review financial results in comparison to both historical and expected figures, and in-depth variance analysis.
• Assist in the creation and preparation of management reports and run ad hoc calculations and analysis when requested
• Exhibit advanced problem-solving and resolution skills within corporate standards
• Assist with various accounting projects; document, report, and follow through on recommendations from projects
• Interact with various teams on project initiatives and accounting-related items
• Assist with the audited financial statements’ preparation and footnotes and other external periodic reporting
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, ALCO reporting, and regulatory reporting
• Participate in financial and operational audits and regulatory exams
• Develop and communicate solutions for continuous process improvements within the job function
• Manage expectations through consistent and timely updates
• Ensure internal control compliance and adherence to all accounting policies and procedures
• Pay Range for this position is - $65,000-$90,00

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with an emphasis in accounting, CPA preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of financial accounting experience or 2+ years of public accounting experience
• Understanding of basic accounting concepts and strong knowledge of GAAP

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

• Ability to work and deliver under deadline constraints and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently with initiative and appropriate supervision as well as to work closely with others
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Effective interaction with various divisions and levels of management throughout the company
• Excellent computer and technology skills including MS Excel, Word, and Outlook