Assistant Controller: Financial Reporting & Automation

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

No-cost life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Exclusive staff discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A prominent university in Nebraska is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee financial reporting and improve efficiencies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, five years of experience, and strong analytical skills. This position offers a minimum salary of $90,000/year and a commitment to professional growth including continuous education and a diverse workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Five years of business experience in accounting.
• Management experience including staff supervision.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles.
• Ability to utilize data sets in financial reporting.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial processes ensuring accuracy and best practices.
• Support student accounts and audits for sound financial stewardship.
• Collaborate on improving financial data integrity.
• Drive process improvements and automation.
• Translate data insights into operational practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or closely related field

Master’s degree in accounting

Tools

Access

SQL

Job description

A prominent university in Nebraska is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee financial reporting and improve efficiencies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, five years of experience, and strong analytical skills. This position offers a minimum salary of $90,000/year and a commitment to professional growth including continuous education and a diverse workplace environment.