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State of Nebraska · 2 months ago

Accountant I Full-Time - Western Nebraska Veterans' Home Scottsbluff

United States

Full-time

Remote

New Grad, Entry Level

$17.96/hr - $20.96/hr

The State of Nebraska is seeking an Accountant I for the Western Nebraska Veterans' Home in Scottsbluff. The role involves performing routine professional accounting functions and maintaining financial data in a centralized accounting operation.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Performing recurring traditional accounting functions such as posting data, reconciling ledgers, journals, worksheets and accounts, processing deposits, approving payment documents, and preparing various standardized accounting/fiscal reports

Perform and process accounting transactions into forms and databases, while ensuring proper accounting of funds

Qualification

Accounting principlesGAAPSpreadsheet softwareDatabase managementCommunication skills

Required

Post high school coursework or vocational education in accounting, finance, business administration or related field OR experience performing accounting functions including interpreting and analyzing financial data

Valid Driver's License

Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting theory and double entry accounting concepts and procedures

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Knowledge of accounting systems

Knowledge of the methods of filing and maintaining accounting records

Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet computer software programs

Knowledge of database management

Skill in listening to and understanding information received

Skill in gathering and compiling data into spreadsheets and databases

Skill in using mathematical methods or formulas to compare and analyze data

Skill in developing and applying equations and/or formulas

Skill in compiling data from multiple sources into a single, comprehensive document or report

Ability to learn and apply the principles and concepts of specific agency programs, regulations and procedures of an accounting system

Ability to learn and apply GAAP practices and standards

Ability to communicate with agency staff and the public to provide and elicit information

Ability to classify accounting transactions, maintain, and reconcile accounts

Ability to extract data from established accounts and prepare accounting reports and financial statements

Ability to review accounting documents for completeness and conformance with specific requirements and to take the appropriate corrective action when necessary

Ability to design reports and financial statements

Ability to compute and compile financial data involving the use of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and fractions

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.