Accountant II - Nelnet Bank

Job Responsibilities

• Aid with monthly close and reporting processes
• Prepare daily, month-end close, and ad hoc journal entries, calculations, analysis, and reporting for moderately complex accounting transactions
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations, research variances, and correct discrepancies
• Analyze general ledger accounts to ensure proper accounting treatment and necessary adjustments are applied
• Exercise good judgment and strong professional skills in the preparation of accounting records and reporting consistent with GAAP, standard methodologies, and company policies
• Embrace teamwork while also working independently; serve as a resource to other team members
• Support accounts payable functions
• Assist with monthly financial statement preparation
• Perform variance analysis and assist in the creation and preparation of management reports
• Exhibit problem solving and resolution skills
• Assist with various accounting projects; run ad hoc calculations and analysis when requested
• Document, report, and follow through on recommendations from projects
• Interact with various teams on project initiatives and accounting-related items
• Aid in the preparation of audited financial statements, footnotes, and other periodic external reporting
• Aid in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, ALCO reporting, and regulatory reporting
• Participate in financial and operational audits and regulatory exams
• Develop and communicate solutions for continuous process improvements
• Manage expectations through consistent and timely updates
• Ensure internal control compliance and adherence to all accounting policies and procedures

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with an emphasis in accounting, CPA preferred
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in financial services, banking, or public accounting
• Understanding of basic accounting concepts and strong knowledge of GAAP

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to work and deliver under deadline constraints and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently with initiative and appropriate supervision as well as to work closely with others
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Effective interaction with various divisions and levels of management throughout the company
• Excellent computer and technology skills, including MS Excel, Word, and Outlook

Benefits

Compensation range for this role is $50,000-$80,000 annually depending on experience. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program.

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