Accounting and Financial Reporting Specialist

Olsson; Lincoln, Omaha (NE, NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Bonus program

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Olsson in Lincoln, NE is seeking an Accounting and Financial Reporting Specialist to ensure accurate financial reporting across multiple entities. You will lead consolidated statements, audits, and GAAP compliance while driving automation to improve efficiency.

Ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting/finance, CPA preferred, 4+ years' experience, and ERP/Deltek familiarity. Travel occasional; on-site collaboration with auditors and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business required.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in financial reporting or accounting.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems; Deltek is a plus.
• Ability to develop professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage consolidated monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements for multiple entities.
• Lead audits, tax compliance, and jurisdiction filings.
• Perform general ledger activities, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
• Ensure reports and internal controls comply with GAAP and laws.
• Conduct variance analysis and trend analysis using system data.
• Develop and automate financial reporting processes.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff with coaching and reviews.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Auditing

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

CPA designation (preferred)

Tools

Deltek ERP

ERP systems

Job description

Accounting and Financial Reporting Specialist

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly analytical finance professional to join our team. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of accounting and reporting processes across multiple entities. You will build trusted relationships with stakeholders, auditors, and partner agencies to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong GAAP expertise, audit experience, and a passion for leveraging data and automation to improve efficiency and transparency.

Occasional travel will be required in this role. In addition, during onboarding the selected individual will be required to work in the Lincoln office three days a week until onboarding is completed.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the preparation of consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements for multiple entities.
• Lead annual audits, overall tax compliance and periodic jurisdiction business filings.
• Perform and review general ledger activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency across accounting processes and reconciliations.
• Ensure all financial reports and internal control documentation comply with applicable laws, regulations, and GAAP.
• Conduct variance analysis, including budget-to-actual and trend analysis using system data and analytical tools.
• Develop and automate financial reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Supervise and provide guidance to less experienced team members, including work review, coaching, and adherence to accounting standards and deadlines.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related area required.
• CPA designation is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in financial reporting or accounting roles, with a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis.
• Hands-on experience working in ERP systems preferred. Deltek system experience a plus.
• Ability to develop effective professional relationships internally and externally.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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