Accountant I - NBS

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Medical, dental, vision insurance

HSA and FSA

401K + student loan repayment

Life insurance & AD&D

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Performance-based incentive pay

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., is seeking an experienced accountant to develop, prepare, and analyze financial data and GAAP transactions. The role includes financial statement preparation, consolidation, journal entries, and reporting while applying research to operations.

The position offers a hybrid work option near Lincoln, NE and requires a 4-year degree with 3+ years accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent Excel/Word abilities.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Business Administration/Accounting.
• 3+ years accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial statement preparation and consolidation.
• Develop solutions for continuous process improvement.
• Perform journal entries, analysis, and reporting of GAAP transactions.
• Apply research results to company operations and transactions.
• Reconcile complex accounts with extensive research.
• Support various accounting projects and report performance.
• Document and report project recommendations and follow up.
• Coordinate with external and internal teams on initiatives.

Skills

GAAP accounting knowledge

Analytical thinking

Advanced Excel

Word processing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelors in Business Administration/Accounting

Job description

Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology and education services to more than 1,200 higher education institutions, nearly 12,000 K-12 schools, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.

Develops, prepares, and analyzes financial and operating data while performing a variety of complex accounting duties for NBS. Assists with completion of projects affecting multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial statement preparation and consolidation of financial statements.
• Develop and communicate solutions for continuous process improvement within the job function.
• Perform calculations, posting of journal entries, analysis, and reporting related to complex GAAP accounting transactions.
• Apply results of research to the Company’s operations and/or specific transactions.
• Reconcile complex accounts, extensive research, advanced problem solving, and resolution within corporate standards.
• Assist with various accounting projects and report on performance.
• Document, report and follow through on recommendations from projects.
• Manage expectations through consistent and timely updates.
• Work with external organizations and internal departments on project initiatives and various accounting issues.

Education: 4-year degree in Business Administration/Accounting. Experience: 3+ years accounting experience.

Competencies

• Strong Accountability for work: timely completion of tasks, working with manager to develop and achieve position goals, communication of task/project delays.
• Maintain good business judgement.
• Excellent PC and technology skills including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong Organizational Skills: under guidance; able to prioritize and deliver under deadline constraints and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong Analytical and problem solving ability: under guidance; able to take large amounts of data, organize effectively, and present in a meaningful and concise manner.
• Effective change management skills. Ability to lead and execute on operational changes.
• Ability to work with a team or independently with initiative and appropriate supervision.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Effectively communicates with and engages all levels of the organization from peers to executive management both verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Advanced understanding of complex accounting concepts and strong knowledge of GAAP.

Annual salary for this role is $60,000.

This position offers a hybrid work option. Nelnet values flexibility and understands the importance of work-life integration. Our hybrid work environment allows associates living within 30 miles of an office location to work remotely for part of the week, while also fostering collaboration and team connection through in-office presence three days per week.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or [e-mail].

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We may use automated or artificial intelligence enabled tools to assist with the initial review of applications, such as identifying relevant skills or experience. These tools are used to support human review and do not make hiring decisions. A recruiter reviews applications and determines which candidates move forward in the hiring process.

About Nelnet

You may know Nelnet as the nation’s largest student loan servicer – but we do more than that. A lot more. We’re also a professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that’s just a shortlist).

For over 40 years, we’ve been serving our customers, associates, and communities to make dreams possible.