Accountant
itLincoln, NE
Job Description:
Job DescriptionAccountantThis role supports the accounting team of a complex, multi-entity organization, where balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines are part of every week. Success in this position comes from being highly organized, proactive, and committed to accuracy. The right person catches errors and inconsistencies before anyone else points them out and takes the initiative to resolve or flag them right away. We're looking for someone with sound judgment who works well independently and follows through without reminders. After you apply, send us a message with your favorite productivity tool. You'll work closely with accounting leadership to keep the books accurate and the month-end close on schedule across a group of related companies. This role offers opportunities to take on greater responsibility and grow with the organization.
What You'll Do:
Prepare and post journal entries, including intercompany transactions and cost allocations between related companiesComplete monthly bank, credit card, and balance sheet account reconciliations for multiple entitiesSupport the month-end close by reconciling accounts, recording accruals, and reviewing the general ledger for miscoded or missing transactionsReview bank transaction entries and bills in bill.com for accurate coding and entity assignment, and correct errors or follow up with the right team memberReview the daily cash reports and short-term cash outlook for each entity, flag unusual activity, and alert leadership early to potential shortfallsOversee accounts receivable, including aging reports, collections follow-up, and accurate application of client paymentsPrepare entity-level financial statements and supporting schedules for accounting leadershipDocument procedures and recommend process improvements to keep workflows consistent across entitiesRespond promptly to internal and external communications, and follow up without being askedPerform other accounting duties as assigned
What We're Looking For:
Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracyNaturally spots errors, inconsistencies, and missing information before they become larger problemsConsistently follows through on responsibilities without remindersProven ability to manage competing priorities and shifting deadlinesAble to understand and keep track of a complex organizational structure with multiple related companies and varying workflowsSound judgment and the confidence to work independently, while knowing when to ask questions or escalateRequirements & QualificationsAssociate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on accounting experience2 or more years of accounting experience, including reconciliations and general ledger workWorking knowledge of debits, credits, and journal entriesExperience with QuickBooksProficiency in Microsoft Office, especially ExcelExperience with bill.com is a plusMust work on-site in Lincoln, NECompensation & BenefitsSchedule: Up to 40 hours per weekPaid time off (FTEs)7 paid holidays (FTEs)IRA with company matching up to 3%Health insurance (company contributes to employee premium) Dental, vision, life, critical illness, and accident insurance available (employee-paid, optional) Before we go further, please also complete this quick survey, it takes about 5 minutes and helps us make sure we're matching you with the right role:https://go.cultureindex.com/p/f1AhUOv7TeuTBmor
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