Accountant I - GAAP & Financial Analysis (Hybrid)

Nelnet; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA and FSA

Generous earned time off

401K/student loan repayment

Life insurance & AD&D

Employee assistance program

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Performance-based incentive pay

Short- and long-term disability

Wellness program

Job summary

Nelnet is seeking a financial reporting professional for Nelnet Business Services. The role focuses on developing, preparing, and analyzing financial data, assisting with complex GAAP accounting transactions, and supporting multiple departments on projects.

The annual salary for this role is $60,000 with a hybrid work option. The position requires a 4-year degree in Business Administration or Accounting and at least 3+ years of accounting experience.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Business Administration/Accounting.
• 3+ years accounting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or with a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial statement preparation and consolidation.
• Analyze and report GAAP accounting transactions.
• Reconcile complex accounts and perform journal entries.

Skills

Accountability

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in Business Administration/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Nelnet is seeking a financial reporting professional for Nelnet Business Services. The role focuses on developing, preparing, and analyzing financial data, assisting with complex GAAP accounting transactions, and supporting multiple departments on projects.

The annual salary for this role is $60,000 with a hybrid work option. The position requires a 4-year degree in Business Administration or Accounting and at least 3+ years of accounting experience.