Accountant I

Posted 10 Days Ago
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Lincoln, NE, USA
In-Office
18-18 Hourly
Entry level
Social Impact
The Role
Performs accounts payable and receivable activities, including entering, reviewing, approving, and analyzing financial transactions. Validates billing data, prepares spreadsheets and financial reports, supports budget analysts, and communicates with vendors and agency personnel to resolve questions. The role requires applying accounting procedures and regulations, working independently, managing multiple tasks, and maintaining accurate records.
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Hiring Agency:

Administrative Services - Agency 65


Location:

Lincoln, NE


Hiring Rate:

$18.360


Job Posting:

JR2026-00029309 Accountant I (Open)


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Job Description:

Do you enjoy being part of a great team? Are you detailed oriented? Have a knack for numbers? Central Finance is looking for and Accountant I. Central Finance delivers financial expertise to 13 Divisions within the Department of Administrative Services (DAS). Our financial team provides Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) services as well as budgetary monitoring and financial analysis. We are seeking an Accountant I who will work with the financial team focusing on Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
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!


 

Job Duties: Job duties include entering, analyzing, reviewing/pre-auditing and approving various expenditure payment types, journal entries, deposits and other AP and AR transactions as needed. Entering and validating data in various billing systems/databases. Generating, extracting, compiling, organizing, and analyzing financial data from vouchers, ledgers, journals and other accounting documents and databases to develop and prepare spreadsheets, reports, statements and other financial documents or files. Assisting members of the financial support team including the Budget Analysts. This position will communicate with vendors, agency personnel and other agencies to answer inquiries and clarify any matters that maybe in question. All other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 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.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Excel software. *Interview candidates will be given a 30-minute Excel test*

Other: Regular and Reliable attendance is required.


 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to learn and apply the principles and concepts of specific agency programs and regulations and the procedures of an accounting system. Excellent communication skills with both internal and external customers and staff. Ability to work independently, multi-task and make independent decisions.


 

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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

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.

Skills Required

  • Post-high-school coursework or vocational education in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
  • Experience performing accounting functions, including interpreting and analyzing financial data
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel
  • Regular and reliable attendance
  • Ability to learn and apply accounting principles, agency regulations, and accounting-system procedures
  • Excellent communication skills with internal and external customers and staff
  • Ability to work independently, multitask, and make independent decisions

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  • Retirement Support — Retirement plan is considered excellent and a central reason total compensation feels strong. Long-term security is positioned as offsetting lower base wages.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health insurance is described as comprehensive within a benefits package that helps balance modest hourly pay. Coverage is viewed alongside retirement as a core component of overall value.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid leave is included within the comprehensive package and contributes to perceived total compensation value. The breadth of time off helps make moderate salaries more workable.

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