Accountant Jobs in Nebraska

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 hours ago

Job Title: Staff Accountant Location: Accounting & Finance, TAC – Teacher Administration Center, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE Reports To: Accounting Lead - General Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 261 day...

Staff Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 days ago

Accountant position, offering flexibility to work remotely when needed, and fosters a culture of curiosity and initiative....

Cost Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 days ago

The Cost Accountant focuses on cost accounting, financial analysis, and reporting for material and product costs....

Associate Accountant II

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 3 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 3 days ago

Associate Accountant II JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Manage multiple conflicting priorities & consistently meet deadlines. 2. Initiate and monitor cash activity 3....

Senior Accountant

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 4 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 4 days ago

**What We Look For in a Candidate** **Required** + Bachelors degree in accounting and relevant experience. + Minimum 5 years of related experience and advanced degree preferred. + Must have the ability...

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Accountant II

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 4 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 4 days ago

**What We Look For in a Candidate** **Required** + Bachelors degree in accounting and relevant experience. + Minimum 2 years of related experience and advanced degree preferred. + Must have the ability...

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Senior Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago

Job Title Senior Accountant We are now recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join our Business Unit accounting team....

Events Coordinator College Accountant Enrollment Specialist Faculty - HIMS Adjunct Instructor pool View details ply online at: cccneb.edu/employment EOC/AA Central Community College is a multi-campus...

Tax Accountant

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities Review tax equity investment accounting and syndication accounting for external stakeholders....

Tax Credit Accountant

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities Review tax equity investment accounting and syndication accounting for external stakeholders....

Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 7 days ago

Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8:00am to 5:00pm Job Description: Job Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required. or Bachelors degree in accounting must be obtained within 2 years of hire....

Accountant II - Investments/General Accounting

  • Omaha, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 10 days ago

Knowledge of Statutory Accounting Principles. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position....

Accountant I - Cornhusker State Industries

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 11 days ago

Accountant I - Cornhusker State Industries (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 07-18-2025 Job Description: Come join the team at...

Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 12 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 12 days ago

**About the Role:** Confluent is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Senior Revenue Accountant to join our Revenue Accounting Operations team....

Accountant I

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 12 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 12 days ago

Accountant I (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job Description: The Nebraska State Historical Society is seeking an energetic team...

Demographic Data for Nebraska

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Nebraska

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Nebraska offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.2%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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