Job Description:
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Transportation - Agency 27
Location:
Lincoln Job Posting
Hiring Rate:
$23.821
Classification Salary Range:
$23.82 - $35.12
Job Posting:
JR2024-00006827 Accountant II (Open)
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Job Description:
Would you like to be proud of where you work while helping save lives? As a Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) employee, you can promote safety while verifying grant funding expenditures that help all Nebraskans.
We reward our employee's hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates
Pay range is $23.821 - $35.115 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.
JOB DUTIES:
• As the only accountant for the office, will track and manage a budget of over $13,000,000.00.
• Provide routine support for the office such as engaging/ interacting with the public, collecting/ reviewing information and writing responses to inquiries or complaints, composing or tracking preparation of administrative, operational, or similar reports or informational summaries concerning budgeting, arranging schedules and agendas, recording minutes, and preparing a written record of proceedings for various meetings.
• Coordinate people, equipment, location, and supplies for meetings and/or conferences; coordinate workflow and schedule office operations/support staff activities to facilitate the management of program operations.
• Prepare documentation pertinent to grant administration activities such as grant requirements, grant awards, grant requests, or application reviews for adherence to grant requirements; compile reports and analyze relative to grant usage and compliance.
• Interpret appropriate federal and State laws, rules, regulations, and standards to ensure compliance and efficient operation in accordance with prescribed accounting principles, theories, and concepts.
• Extract, compile, study, analyze, and interpret financial data from vouchers, ledgers, journals, and other accounting documents and databases to develop and prepare spreadsheets, reports, statements, and other financial documents or files to assist management in analyzing, financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and decision making.
• Compile financial data to develop budget proposals; recommend budget proposals based on analysis of data compiled and assist management in planning and administering funds; monitor budget and provide ongoing reports to management.
• Review and interpret data on vouchers, invoices, computer printouts, and other source documents, files, or databases to ensure the information is accurate and complete in compliance with established agency policies and procedures.
• Post data to ledgers, journals, databases, and/or worksheets to establish and maintain records of all financial transactions. • Balance and/or reconcile ledgers, journals, worksheets, and accounts to verify that posting is complete and accurate.
• Enter budget amounts in each project category in the Federal NHTSA GTS system with the amount to be matched with local funds and the amount being spent for the benefit of local agencies vs. state agencies.
• Check-in all invoices, claims, grants, and mini-grant requests submitted to the office and enter them into the tracking system to assign them to the proper project manager.
• Review and submit all payments to NDOT Controller to be paid, then verify the monthly voucher from the Controller and submit that to NHTSA for reimbursement.
• Track our soft match funds from DMV to verify they meet requirements.
• Create, process, and distribute all financial reporting documents to the office, the NDOT Controller, and NHTSA.
• Verify all vendors are properly registered with the Federal Audit Clearinghouse, sam.gov.
• Send audit letters to all grantees, who have received Federal Funds, to notify them to submit the required audit documentation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates degree in accounting, finance, business administration, statistics or related field and experience with accounting/financial management systems OR 2 years' experience with professional accounting procedures including developing and modifying accounting/financial management systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration. Basic knowledge of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) federal 402 and 405 grant programs.
Experience in:
- Professional accounting principles, theories, and practices; generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), practices, and standards.
- Research practices and techniques.
- Budgeting techniques and methods.
- Record keeping methods.
- Word processing and spreadsheet computer software programs.
- Computerized accounting software.
- Federal and State laws and regulations applicable to accounting/finance operations.
Other:
Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record, or the ability to provide independent transportation. Regular and reliable attendance is required.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Applying the principles of accounting, statistics, and fiscal management.
- Compute and compile financial data involving the use of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and fractions.
- Operate office equipment such as personal computers, photocopiers, and desk calculators.
Skills in:
- Prepare a budget.
- Design reports and financial statements.
- Manage funds and provide financial and budget recommendations.
- Analyze data and draw conclusions.
- Organize and present facts and opinions so others will understand.
- Communicate to exchange and elicit information.
Ability to:
- Learn and apply the principles and concepts of specific agency programs, policies, and operating details of an accounting system.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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