Accountant II
Metropolitan Utilities District · Omaha, NE · Yesterday
$95k–$120k/yrFull-time
SPA EXTERNAL POSITION POSTING DATES POSTED: 08/28-09/11/2026 Job Title Accountant II Salary Range $95,140 - $119,642 Division: Accounting Grade: SPA - 4 Schedule: Full-Time Shift: M-F; 1st Shift Reports To Manager, Accounting Job Code: 10003 Position Summary Under general supervision, the Accountant II is responsible for applying principles of accounting in performing special analyses and studies as assigned. Education Required - Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance with a minimum of twenty-four hours of college level Accounting courses Minimum Requirements Required - Minimum of 3 years of accounting work experiencePreferred - Prior public sector experience Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing Required - Pre-employment Background Check & Drug Screen Upon Hire Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and enterprise wide software (e.g., SAP). (Intermediate proficiency)Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required.Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation. Essential Functions Making special analyses, studies, statistical reports, and comparisons of items, such as revenues, installation of meters, services and mains, operating and maintenance expenses.Prepare journal entries and review ledgers.Review and prepare statements on reimbursable jobs to be billed/refunded.Prepare reports, such as statistical report, sewer use fee, and insurance valuation.Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reports.Write detailed accounting instructions and procedures.Discuss accounting problems with divisional supervisors and vice presidents.Assist accounting clerks in balancing ledgers or performing this work as required.Prepare costing analysis for appropriate cost allocations and pricing.Fulfill responsibilities common to all Supervisory, Professional, and Administrative positions as stated. Required For All Jobs Perform a variety of other duties as assignedUnderstand and comply with all District policies and procedures Skills In contributing to the objectives of the District, this role is responsible for the initiation, cultivation, and maintenance of strong relationships of a business and professional nature. This position requires good communication skills and tact in order to maintain professional relationships with the following, but not limited to: Board of DirectorsAll levels of DistrictInternal and external customersFederal, State, and local agenciesCommunity organizations and partnersConsultants, contractors and other third-party organizations that fall within the scope of this roleProfessional, industry, trade, and civic associations Physical Demands Stationary Position - OccasionallyMove/Traverse - OccasionallyStationary Position/Seated - ConstantlyTransport/Lifting - RarelyTransport/Carrying - RarelyExerting Force/Pushing - RarelyExerting Force/Pulling - RarelyAscend/Descend - RarelyBalancing - RarelyPosition Self/Stooping - RarelyPosition Self/Kneeling - RarelyPosition Self/Crouching - RarelyPosition Self/Crawling - RarelyReaching - RarelyHandling - OccasionallyGrasping - OccasionallyFeeling - RarelyCommunicate/Talking - ConstantlyCommunicate/Hearing - ConstantlyRepetitive Motions - FrequentlyCoordination - Frequently Additional Physical Demands Work is primarily performed in an office setting amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, office lighting and noise. Physical And Environmental Requirements Office: Work is primarily performed in an office setting amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, office lighting and noise. Hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement Job may be eligible for a hybrid in-office and work from home flexible work arrangement. Please ensure the application is filled out thoroughly to be considered for this position An Equal Opportunity Employer “Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation"