Corporate Operational Accountant I

About the role

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. The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team, you're part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work, as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live, learn, and work. Develops, prepares, and analyzes financial and operating data while performing a variety of accounting duties. Assists with completion of other department projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plan/budget, monitor and track budget performance, identifying variances and trends
• Assist with financial statement preparation and distribution
• Assist with lease accounting, including managing lease agreements, compliance with accounting standards and reporting
• Assist with beneficial ownership reporting obligations
• Process supplier and customer invoices
• Perform calculations, posting of journal entries, analysis, and reporting related to GAAP accounting transactions
• Research and respond to inquiries from other Nelnet departments
• Research and respond to inquiries from customers and suppliers
• Reconcile accounts, research using advanced problem solving, and resolution within corporate standards
• Assist with various accounting projects and report on performance
• Document, report and follow through on recommendations from projects
• Manage expectations through consistent and timely updates
• Work with external organizations and internal departments on project initiatives and various accounting issues

Pay

Pay Range for this position is - $48,000 - $60,000

Qualifications

EDUCATION: 4-year degree in Accounting

EXPERIENCE: 1+ years accounting experience preferred (Including full-time or/or internships)

Skills

• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to create Excel documents using a variety of formulas and Excel tools
• Strong accountability for work: timely completion of tasks, working with manager to develop and achieve position goals, communication of task/project delays
• Able to prioritize and deliver under deadline constraints and manage multiple tasks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work with a team or independently with initiative and appropriate supervision
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Understanding of complex accounting concepts and strong knowledge of GAAP, including consolidation accounting.

Benefits

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.