Accountant I - Growth & Systems Optimization

Metropolitan Community College (Neb.); Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Community College seeks an Accountant I to perform GAAP-based accounting, prepare routine financial reports, and assist with audits. You will maintain ERP records, support fixed assets, payroll liabilities, and monthly reconciliations in a dynamic, growth-focused environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, problem solving, and teamwork, with opportunities to drive system improvements and contribute to cross-campus projects at the Fort Omaha Campus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP, standard accounting practices, and financial reporting.
• Experience preparing audit work papers and financial statements.
• Ability to analyze data, reconcile accounts, and prepare JE entries.

Responsibilities

• Balance and reconcile journals, ledgers, and bank statements.
• Assist in year-end financial statements and audit work papers.
• Prepare standard accounting reports and ad hoc financial analyses.
• Maintain files in the ERP system and support payroll and fixed assets areas.
• Respond to inquiries and provide training support to staff as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Audit support

Excel proficiency

ERP systems (Colleague)

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Ellucian Colleague

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Metropolitan Community College seeks an Accountant I to perform GAAP-based accounting, prepare routine financial reports, and assist with audits. You will maintain ERP records, support fixed assets, payroll liabilities, and monthly reconciliations in a dynamic, growth-focused environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, problem solving, and teamwork, with opportunities to drive system improvements and contribute to cross-campus projects at the Fort Omaha Campus.