Accountant III - Nelnet Bank

Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years, Nelnet has been serving its customers, associates, and communities. This position offers a hybrid work option located in Lincoln, NE or Draper, UT. Candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

About the role

Develop, prepare, and analyze financial and operational data while performing a variety of daily and monthly accounting duties and ensuring such accounting remains in compliance with GAAP. Assist management with financial reporting and other projects within the department on an as-needed basis. Nelnet values flexibility and understands the importance of work-life integration. Our hybrid work environment allows associates to work remotely for part of the week, while also fostering collaboration and team connection through in-office presence.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Accounting Management and assist other team members in the monthly close and reporting processes
• Prepare month-end close and ad hoc journal entries, calculations, analysis, and reporting related to complex GAAP accounting transactions
• Reconcile complex general ledger accounts, extensively research variances, and correct account discrepancies where necessary
• Analyze general ledger accounts to ensure proper accounting treatment and necessary monthly accrual adjustments are applied
• Exercise good judgement 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 resource and subject matter expert to other team members
• Perform various accounts payable functions
• Assist with monthly financial statement preparation, including analysis of financial results and statements of cash flows
• Review financial results in comparison to both historical and expected figures, and perform in-depth variance analysis
• Assist in the creation and preparation of management reports and run ad hoc calculations and analysis when requested
• Exhibit advanced problem-solving and resolution skills within corporate standards
• Assist with various accounting projects; document, report, and follow through on recommendations from projects
• Interact with various teams on project initiatives and accounting-related items
• Assist with the audited financial statements’ preparation and footnotes and other external periodic reporting
• Assist 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 within the job function
• 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
• 5+ years of financial accounting experience or 2+ years of public accounting experience
• Understanding of basic accounting concepts and strong knowledge of GAAP

Skills

• 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

Pay

Compensation range for this role is $75,000-$105,000 annually, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Generous earned time off
• 401K and 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
• Robust wellness program