Accountant I

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Job Description:

Job Duties:

Create:

• Daily deposit documents, reconcile for accuracy, and do the submission to the state treasurer as timeline would dictate.
• Journal entries for credit card clearing.
• Vouchers for agencies purchase card transactions.

Process:

• Journal entry for agency’s purchase card transactions.
• Monthly sales tax and submit it to Department of Revenue. 

Miscellaneous:

• Maintain and update vendor files.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Minimum: 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.

Preferred Qualifications: Associate degree in Accounting, Budgeting, Finance or related field, or high school diploma with 4 years of related experience.

Other: This position requires travel.  As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver’s license, or another form of reliable transportation.  Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must have a basic understanding of Accounting Principles, excellent customer service skills, focus and attention to detail, ability to adapt quickly to new software, and an intermediate level of understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.

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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. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.