Corporate Operational Accountant I

Nelnet is a diversified company providing student loan servicing, professional services, consumer lending, payments processing, renewable energy solutions, and education expertise. The Corporate Operational Accountant I develops, prepares, and analyzes financial and operating data, performs accounting duties, and assists with accounting and department projects.

What you'll do:

• 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

What they're looking for:

• 4-year degree in Accounting
• 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
• 1+ years accounting experience preferred (Including full-time or/or internships)

Benefits:

• 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