Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Accountant II
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511
Overview
Accountant II role at Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Location: Lincoln, NE. Hiring Rate: $24.844 per hour. Job Posting: JR2025-00020551 Accountant II (Open).
Applications: open. If a date is displayed, applications are posted until closed. Current posting does not indicate a closed status at this time.
Responsibilities
Receipt, balance, deposit, and validate the proper receipt, distribution, and disbursement of child support payments.
Determine distribution based on PRWORA and other Federal and State regulations and laws; resolve system discrepancies. Interpret court orders and analyze payment records.
Receive, review, and approve invoices from interagency and private vendors for incurred Child Support Enforcement expenses.
Compile statistical information and complete required monthly, quarterly, and annual Federal and State reports.
Work with child support workers, agencies, and clients to resolve issues and properly disburse collections.
Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Associate 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:
Share your preferred qualification skills, experiences, and knowledge on your application or in your resume/cover letter as defined below.
Must have good critical thinking skills.
Familiarity with reading and interpreting court orders.
Experience and knowledge working with CHARTs, NIS, OnBase, JUSTICS, and/or NFOCUS.
Experience in reconciliation, accounts receivable and payable, and expense reports.
Experience with Child Support, contracts, and forensic accounting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge:
professional accounting principles, GAAP, budgeting techniques, record keeping methods, word processing and spreadsheet software, computerized accounting software, and federal/state laws applicable to accounting/finance operations.
Skill:
using mathematical methods to compare, analyze and present data; compiling data from multiple sources into a single comprehensive document or report.
Ability:
apply accounting, statistics, and fiscal management; learn agency program concepts; prepare a budget; design reports and financial statements; compute and compile financial data; operate office equipment; manage funds and provide financial and budget recommendations; analyze data and draw conclusions; organize and present facts and opinions; effectively communicate information.
Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity The State of Nebraska values diversity, inclusion and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Government Administration
Location: Lincoln, NE
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Applications: open. If a date is displayed, applications are posted until closed. Current posting does not indicate a closed status at this time.
Responsibilities
Receipt, balance, deposit, and validate the proper receipt, distribution, and disbursement of child support payments.
Determine distribution based on PRWORA and other Federal and State regulations and laws; resolve system discrepancies. Interpret court orders and analyze payment records.
Receive, review, and approve invoices from interagency and private vendors for incurred Child Support Enforcement expenses.
Compile statistical information and complete required monthly, quarterly, and annual Federal and State reports.
Work with child support workers, agencies, and clients to resolve issues and properly disburse collections.
Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Associate 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:
Share your preferred qualification skills, experiences, and knowledge on your application or in your resume/cover letter as defined below.
Must have good critical thinking skills.
Familiarity with reading and interpreting court orders.
Experience and knowledge working with CHARTs, NIS, OnBase, JUSTICS, and/or NFOCUS.
Experience in reconciliation, accounts receivable and payable, and expense reports.
Experience with Child Support, contracts, and forensic accounting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge:
professional accounting principles, GAAP, budgeting techniques, record keeping methods, word processing and spreadsheet software, computerized accounting software, and federal/state laws applicable to accounting/finance operations.
Skill:
using mathematical methods to compare, analyze and present data; compiling data from multiple sources into a single comprehensive document or report.
Ability:
apply accounting, statistics, and fiscal management; learn agency program concepts; prepare a budget; design reports and financial statements; compute and compile financial data; operate office equipment; manage funds and provide financial and budget recommendations; analyze data and draw conclusions; organize and present facts and opinions; effectively communicate information.
Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity The State of Nebraska values diversity, inclusion and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Government Administration
Location: Lincoln, NE
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