Senior Accountant

Omaha Eppley Airfield; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Eppley Airfield (Omaha Airport Authority) is seeking a Senior Accountant to maintain the general ledger, oversee fixed asset accounting, and support month-end close and financial reporting. This exempt, salaried role reports to the Accounting Manager in the Administration Department.

The successful candidate will prepare complex journal entries, assist with audits and budgets, and ensure GAAP compliance while mentoring junior staff and improving internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA certification is not required, but a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in general ledger accounting.
• Experience processing payroll, including union payroll, preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with ERP and payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, including complex journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and account analyses.
• Manage fixed asset accounting and related reconciliations.
• Assist with annual audits, budgets, and regulatory reporting.
• Review and oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and related functions.
• Support financial systems implementations and internal control initiatives.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Payroll processing

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Mentoring

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

ERP system

Payroll system

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Authority's general ledger and financial records through accurate accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and analysis. This position serves as a key member of the accounting team with primary responsibility for general ledger accounting, fixed asset accounting, month-end and year-end close, financial reporting and related duties.

This is a salaried, exempt position in the Administration Department. The Senior Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintain the integrity of the Authority's general ledger, including preparing complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting the monthly and annual financial close.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and account analyses, ensuring compliance with GAAP, Authority policies, and bond requirements.
• Manage the Authority's fixed asset accounting, including construction-in-progress accounting, capitalization, depreciation, asset disposals, and related reconciliations.
• Assist with the annual independent audit, annual budget, and other regulatory or financial reporting requirements.
• Review and provide accounting oversight for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other accounting functions to ensure transactions are accurately recorded.
• Support financial systems implementations, process improvements, and internal control initiatives that improve efficiency and strengthen financial reporting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPA Certificate is not required, but a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in general ledger accounting.
• Experience processing payroll, including union payroll, preferred.
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience implementing or working with an ERP and payroll system.
• Must be able to exercise solid, independent and discrete judgment with respect to departmental issues and certain financial matters involving the Authority's business operations.
• Able to work efficiently and professionally with others.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to problem-solve and work independently.
• Possess good organizational skills to manage time effectively and establish priorities.
• Ability to mentor and develop others.
• Strong sense of urgency.
• Highest level of confidentiality.

Employment is contingent on successful completion of pre-employment physical with negative drug screening results and the ability to obtain an Omaha Airport Authority security badge.