Accountant I — Growth, Stable Benefits, Work-Life Balance

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable Employment Opportunity

Career Development and Learning Opport

156% Match on retirement plan

13 Paid Holidays

Generous Leave Accruals and Benefits

Work Life Balance

Job summary

Nebraska State Historical Society is seeking an energetic team member to join our finance team in Lincoln, NE. The Accountant I will assist in accounts payable/receivable, handle journal entries, sales tax, and vendor records, contributing to accurate financial reporting.

The role requires attention to detail, basic accounting knowledge, and the ability to work with state systems. Travel is required and benefits are offered by the State of Nebraska.

Qualifications

• Post high school coursework or vocational education in accounting, finance, business administration or related field
• Experience performing accounting functions including interpreting and analyzing financial data preferred
• Associate degree in Accounting, Budgeting, Finance or related field, or high school diploma with 4 years of related experience

Responsibilities

• Create daily deposit documents and reconcile for accuracy
• Prepare journal entries for credit card clearing and agency purchases
• Process monthly sales tax submissions to the Department of Revenue
• Maintain and update vendor files and assist in accounts payable/receivable

Skills

Accounting basics

Financial data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Customer service

Education

Post high school coursework in accounting

Associate degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Office suite (Excel/Docs)

Job description

Nebraska State Historical Society is seeking an energetic team member to join our finance team in Lincoln, NE. The Accountant I will assist in accounts payable/receivable, handle journal entries, sales tax, and vendor records, contributing to accurate financial reporting.

The role requires attention to detail, basic accounting knowledge, and the ability to work with state systems. Travel is required and benefits are offered by the State of Nebraska.