Accounting Intern

Lincoln, NE

Part time

R22822

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Nelnet Business Solutions (NBS) is seeking an Accounting intern. This student filling this position will handle a wide range of financial, accounting, and system-related tasks

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide financial analysis assistance, including month end close and ad hoc requests.

2. Assist with clerical accounting duties, including lockbox, cash deposits or reviewing credit card chargebacks.

3. Assist with implementing a new company wide financial tool.

4. Complete special projects as assigned by management.

5. Assist with accounts receivable and customer billing

6. Provide backup as directed by supervisor and other duties as may be assigned.

EDUCATION :

Working towards a degree in Accounting

EXPERIENCE :

Relevant work experience in Finance or Accounting departments

COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

1. Attention to detail.

2. PC skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.

3. Good oral and written communication.

4. Ability to follow directions. Willingness to learn new processes.

5. Knowledge of accounting practice and procedures.

6. Energetic and enthusiastic attitude.

7. Good work ethic and habits.

Pay - $16 - $18/hourly

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

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You may know Nelnet as the nation’s largest student loan servicer – but we do more than that. A lot more. We’re also a professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that’s just a shortlist). For over 40 years, we’ve been serving our customers, associates, and communities to make dreams possible.

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