Accountant II

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Lincoln, NE, USA
In-Office
25-25 Hourly
Junior
Social Impact
The Role
Perform accounts payable tasks and some accounts receivable support; prepare/upload vouchers; post and pre-audit daily entries; reconcile monthly Labor Treasury accounts; manage cash flow reporting; support financial reporting projects and provide backup to other finance teams.
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Hiring Agency:

Labor - Agency 23


Location:

Lincoln, NE


Hiring Rate:

$25.403


Job Posting:

JR2026-00027589 Accountant II (Open)


Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

07-14-2026


Job Description:

Are you someone that likes to learn and grow in your career? Do you like to have variety in your work? Nebraska Department of Labor Finance team is looking for a person to fill a position supporting A/P with some A/R. In addition to those duties, this position will support the financial reporting team with up to half of assigned work being projects.
We are looking for a candidate who is proactive, efficiency driven, customer focused, team oriented, loves to learn, and has a high personal standard of integrity. We are interested in candidates who will participate in and support a culture where employees are valued and developed. Advanced excel skills a plus but not necessary as long as you are willing to learn.
Here's what we have to offer!
• 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


 

Learn more about the Nebraska Department of Labor here! https://dol.nebraska.gov/

Examples of Work

  • Prepare and upload vouchers.

  • Review entries for accuracy and post daily.

  • Update/monitor expense reimbursement transactions.

  • Serve as back up for business unit creation for grant purposes.

  • Retrieve and file cash report daily.

  • Special projects as assigned.

  • Pre-audit and post entries daily.

  • Monthly reconciliations for Labor Treasury accounts.

  • Manage and review cash flow reporting.

  • Provide backup functions to other teams in Finance.

Location: NDOL Administration Building, 550 South 16th Street, Lincoln (On-Site)
Work Schedule: 8am - 5pm; Monday - Friday


 

Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Associates 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. 

Preferred Qualifications: Prior participation in a team environment, skilled with business math, flexible and adaptable, problem solving, and can manage multiple priorities. Experience with multiple accounting systems, self-development, customer service, advanced Excel, and process improvement.

Other: Successful candidate will be required to complete and pass a Federal Background Check, which includes being fingerprinted.

Information on the FBI Privacy Act Statement and Opportunity to Challenge Procedures can be found at the below links.

The FBI Privacy Act Statement: https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/compact-council/privacy-act-statement.

Opportunity to Challenge Procedures: https://www.edo.cjis.gov

Knowledge, skills, abilities
Knowledge of: the principles and practices of accounting theory and double entry accounting concepts and procedures; generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); accounting systems; the methods of filing and maintaining accounting records; Microsoft Excel; database management; 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; 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.


 

If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/


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

  • Associates 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/modifying accounting/financial management systems.
  • Knowledge of GAAP, double-entry accounting principles, accounting systems, and methods of filing and maintaining accounting records.
  • Ability to compute and compile financial data, design reports and financial statements, analyze data and present conclusions.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Excel and database management tools to compile and present data.
  • Complete and pass a Federal Background Check, including fingerprinting.
  • Prior participation in a team environment, strong business math, problem solving, ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Experience with multiple accounting systems, advanced Excel skills, customer service orientation, and process improvement experience.
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