Director of International Accounting & Finance - NBS

Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology and education services to more than 1,200 higher education institutions, nearly 12,000 K-12 schools, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.Directors are accountable for outcomes of a defined business area. Responsibilities include the management, strategy, and execution of deliverables, products, services, and organizational initiatives. They must have knowledge of our business and industry. In addition, they must know how all business areas fit together to meet our overall business objectives – sales, operations, product, IT, finance, marketing, etc.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide guidance and direction to teams on key decisions while keeping our internal and external clients in mind.Develop and promulgate adherence to shared methodologies, standards, and procedures.Build excitement and a shared purpose across teams to achieve organizational objectives.Find common ground and get cooperation across teams/departments with minimum noise.Keep stakeholders informed of major initiatives.Anticipate roadblocks and plan approach accordingly.Collaborate with key stakeholders across Nelnet on defining strategy/solutions.Keep abreast of industry changes to recommend and evaluate new solutions/services.Coach team members and promote continuous learning for self and team.Oversee departmental finances, including budgeting and forecasting.Interface with vendors, consulting companies, and other outside providers. Annual compensation range for this role is $140,000-$150,000.This position offers a hybrid work option. Nelnet values flexibility and understands the importance of work-life integration. Our hybrid work environment allows associates living within 30 miles of an office location to work remotely for part of the week, while also fostering collaboration and team connection through in-office presence three days per week.Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.EDUCATION:4-year degree in accounting or equivalent experience EXPERIENCE: 10+ years of accounting experience COMPETENCIES/SKILLS: Experience in team area and/or industry.Experience in a management role.Ability to align short-term goals with long-term objectives.Can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.Proven ability to effectively manage conflict.Proven success in building and leading high-performance teams. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: Benefits & Perks - Nelnet IncNelnet 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. Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at View phone number on job-api.jobget.com or View email address on job-api.jobget.com is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring We may use automated or artificial intelligence enabled tools to assist with the initial review of applications, such as identifying relevant skills or experience. These tools are used to support human review and do not make hiring decisions. A recruiter reviews applications and determines which candidates move forward in the hiring process. For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Pre-Use Notice: Automated Tools in HiringSummaryLocation: Lincoln, NEType: Full time