University of Nebraska System

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records for subsidiaries, leading audit preparation, performing complex reconciliations and analyzing financial statements. This position oversees the preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) as required by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance and supports accounting functions at the University of Nebraska system office. The Senior Accountant works with campus Sponsored Programs, Accounting offices and university leadership to promote a culture of accountability and professionalism. This position assists in developing, coordinating, and implementing business information and reporting strategies that serves the many constituencies of the University.

Additional Info and Full Job Description

About Us:

NU employees enjoy a flexible benefits program allowing you to customize your benefits to suit your personal needs; paid vacation and sick leave in addition to 13 paid holidays; access to career-advancing educational programs, including an employee and dependent tuition benefit applicable at any of the NU campuses; and immediate vesting pre-tax retirement benefits.

To learn more about the University of Nebraska visit: https://nebraska.edu/ & to learn about our benefits visit: https://nebraska.edu/faculty-and-staff.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting or finance

3 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and financial reporting.

Certified Public Accountant license

Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree

Work experience directly related to higher education and government accounting.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate excellent independent judgement and analytical skills; strong interpersonal skills; a track record of timely completion of projects and the ability to responsibly manage competing priorities; success in collaboration and oversight of distributed resources and/or project teams; and commitment to the ideals of a major public research university.

Additional Information:

Along with your application please make sure you attach a Cover Letter and your Resume or your application will be considered incomplete. 

Compliance Requirements:

Background Check