Central Accounting Associate

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Education - Agency 13 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $21.933 Job Posting: JR2026-00029728 Central Accounting Associate (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 10-22-2026 Job Description: Do you thrive in an environment where accuracy and organization are key? Are you an Excel whiz with a keen eye for detail? If so, join us as a Central Accounting Associate at the Nebraska Department of Education! In this role, you’ll process payments, review financial transactions, and provide accounting support to ensure compliance and efficiency. If you enjoy working with numbers, collaborating with a great team, and tackling a variety of projects, this could be the perfect fit for you! **The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.** Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE. Pay Grade 4: $21.933/ hour This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate. Teammates Enjoy In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes well over $20,000 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more! Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types 156% state-matched retirement (yes, that’s $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return Thirteen paid holidays per year Essential Functions Collects money, writes receipts, codes and posts transactions to proper accounts, and stores money for deposit with the State Treasurer. Enters, reviews, and approves the daily deposit and accounts receivable into the State Accounting System. Processes Automated Clearing House (ACH) and credit card payments and balance receivables and creates the journal entry for the various systems that receive payments via ACH transfer or credit card payments. Assists in the processing of bi-weekly payroll generation for NDE, and reviews and verifies the payroll for assigned teams. Performs pre-audit function and processes payment and disbursement requests in support of the activities of the assigned section, ensuring claims are processed in a timely manner. Reviews requests for payment and disbursement, ensuring all necessary documentation is included with the request, and in cases where additional information is required, contact the requestor for the additional information. Evaluates claims against rules and regulations that affect the assigned section, ensuring that the request is in compliance with rules and regulations, and denies requests that are not in compliance. Provides technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders on fiscal matters. Maintains proper records for payment/disbursement requests to expedite audit procedures. Working Conditions and Travel : This position requires approximately 100% of work time spent in an office environment. There is no expected overnight travel. Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in Accounting or related field and at least two years of experience performing accounting functions. Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Professional. If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE, please email us at nde.hrjobpostings@nebraska.gov . If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ 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! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, 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.