Hybrid Accountant I: GAAP, Analysis & Process Improvement

Financeroles; Oklahoma; Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

HSA and FSA

401K/student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

Performance-based incentive pay

Job summary

Nelnet is seeking a mid- to senior-level accounting professional in Oklahoma with a strong GAAP background. The role involves assisting with cross-department projects, preparing and consolidating financial statements, and driving process improvements.

Candidates should have a 4-year degree in Business Administration or Accounting and at least 3 years of accounting experience. A hybrid work arrangement is available, with visa sponsorship not offered for this position.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Business Administration/Accounting.
• 3+ years accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with completion of projects affecting multiple departments.
• 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.

Skills

Accountability

Business judgement

Excel

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Change management

Teamwork/independence

Communication

Interpersonal skills

GAAP knowledge

Education

4-year degree in Business Administration/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Nelnet is seeking a mid- to senior-level accounting professional in Oklahoma with a strong GAAP background. The role involves assisting with cross-department projects, preparing and consolidating financial statements, and driving process improvements.

Candidates should have a 4-year degree in Business Administration or Accounting and at least 3 years of accounting experience. A hybrid work arrangement is available, with visa sponsorship not offered for this position.