Public Sector Central Accounting Associate — Payroll & Payments

son; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Education is seeking a Central Accounting Associate to join our finance team in Lincoln, NE. You\'ll process payments, review financial transactions, and provide accounting support to ensure compliance and efficiency.

This role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and collaboration with a professional team. Candidates should have an associate degree in Accounting or related field and at least two years of experience; proficiency with Microsoft Office is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or related field.
• At least two years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency with Excel and other MS Office apps preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects money, writes receipts, codes and posts transactions to proper accounts.
• Enters, reviews, and approves daily deposits and accounts receivable in the State Accounting System.
• Processes ACH and credit card payments and balances receivables; creates journal entries.

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Nebraska Department of Education is seeking a Central Accounting Associate to join our finance team in Lincoln, NE. You\'ll process payments, review financial transactions, and provide accounting support to ensure compliance and efficiency.

This role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and collaboration with a professional team. Candidates should have an associate degree in Accounting or related field and at least two years of experience; proficiency with Microsoft Office is preferred.