Accountant

Boys Town; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys Town is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to support financial operations and ensure the accuracy of financial records. You will prepare reports, reconcile accounts, analyze transactions, and assist with month-end and year-end close, collaborating with internal departments as needed.

The role requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a commitment to GAAP compliance. On-site work in Omaha, NE with opportunities to enhance internal controls and financial processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 2 years of accounting/financial analysis experience.
• Proficiency with GAAP and MS Excel; strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate general ledger accounts.
• Prepares and posts journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Performs monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations.
• Manages youth services purchasing card administration and reconciliations.
• Verifies supplier requisitions and purchase orders are entered accurately and timely.
• Reviews expenses for accuracy, proper coding, and policy compliance.
• Monitors department spending against approved budgets and investigates overages.
• Oversees the daily operations of the banking center.
• Reconciles vault and petty cash for assigned business departments.
• Oversees youth services lease agreements, tracking terms and payments.
• Assists with data for cost reimbursable contracts; maintains AR reconciliation schedules.
• Assists with requests from auditors; ensures GAAP compliance.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and internal controls.

Skills

General ledger accounting

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Boys Town is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to support the organization's financial operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records. This role is responsible for preparing and maintaining financial reports, reconciling accounts, analyzing transactions, assisting with month-end and year-end close processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal departments. Responsibilities may include general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, financial analysis, budget support, audit preparation, and process improvement initiatives.

Position is On Site.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Maintains accurate general ledger accounts.
• Prepares and posts journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Performs monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations.
• Manages youth services purchasing card administration, ensuring accurate transaction processing, timely reconciliations, adherence to organizational policies, and ad hoc support for cardholders and management.
• Verifies supplier requisitions and purchase orders are entered accurately and timely.
• Reviews expenses for accuracy, proper coding, and policy compliance.
• Monitors department spending against approved budgets and investigates overages.
• Oversees the daily operations of the banking center.
• Reconciles vault and petty cash for assigned business departments.
• Oversees youth services lease agreements, ensuring accurate tracking of lease terms, payments, accounting, and renewal coordination with Facilities.
• Assists in compiling data for cost reimbursable contracts; maintains reconciliation schedule for contract caps and billable items for the Accounts Receivable team.
• Assists with requests from outside agencies or auditors.
• Ensures compliance with GAAP, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and additional internal controls.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with MS Office products, specifically with MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative, customer service mindset.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 2 years of proven work experience in accounting roles, with demonstrated accounting and financial analysis experience required.