Accountant Jobs in Nebraska
Accountant jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in corporate finance, agribusiness, insurance, and healthcare, with steady demand from entry-level staff accountants through senior financial managers and controllers. Omaha and Lincoln account for the majority of openings, with a smaller but active cluster in Grand Island, and major employers including Berkshire Hathaway, Mutual of Omaha, and the University of Nebraska System maintain ongoing accounting needs. The most in-demand specialties are public accounting and audit, tax compliance, and cost accounting tied to Nebraska's manufacturing and agricultural sectors. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Waldinger is hiring for a Project Accountant in our Omaha branch!
Job Summary:
Ensures the accurate and efficient completion of accounting and administrative support duties relative to assigned projects within the construction business line.
Responsibilities:
Project Accounting: Responsible for project accounting duties for assigned projects, including new job set up, job billings, change order processing, and overall job management.
Accounts Receivable: Performs frequent review of past due accounts and maintains timely collection efforts for all construction receivables. Follows Accounts Receivable process as required. Works with manager to identify receivables that qualify for external collection or lien efforts. Maintains notes on collection and retention status.
Accounts Payable: Primary contact for AP questions related to assigned projects. Processes Formal PO and Subcontract Invoices in the system.
Contract Management: Manages database of Contracts and Change Orders for assigned Construction Jobs.
Administrative Duties: Responsible for additional administrative and accounting duties as needed.
Requirements:
- Two or more years of accounting experience, construction industry experience preferred
- Associate's Degree preferred
We Offer:
- Paid holidays
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Growth potential with a stable company
- Paid vacation
- Health club reimbursement
- Wellness plan with lifestyle spending account
- 401k with company match and profit-sharing
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Term, AD&D and Dependent Life insurances
- Prepaid Legal
The Waldinger Corporation is an EOE, including disability/vets.
The Waldinger Corporation participates in E-Verify.
Description
Waldinger is hiring for a Project Accountant in our Omaha branch!
Job Summary:
Ensures the accurate and efficient completion of accounting and administrative support duties relative to assigned projects within the construction business line.
Responsibilities:
Project Accounting: Responsible for project accounting duties for assigned projects, including new job set up, job billings, change order processing, and overall job management.
Accounts Receivable: Performs frequent review of past due accounts and maintains timely collection efforts for all construction receivables. Follows Accounts Receivable process as required. Works with manager to identify receivables that qualify for external collection or lien efforts. Maintains notes on collection and retention status.
Accounts Payable: Primary contact for AP questions related to assigned projects. Processes Formal PO and Subcontract Invoices in the system.
Contract Management: Manages database of Contracts and Change Orders for assigned Construction Jobs.
Administrative Duties: Responsible for additional administrative and accounting duties as needed.
Requirements:
- Two or more years of accounting experience, construction industry experience preferred
- Associate's Degree preferred
We Offer:
- Paid holidays
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Growth potential with a stable company
- Paid vacation
- Health club reimbursement
- Wellness plan with lifestyle spending account
- 401k with company match and profit-sharing
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Term, AD&D and Dependent Life insurances
- Prepaid Legal
The Waldinger Corporation is an EOE, including disability/vets.
The Waldinger Corporation participates in E-Verify.
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Accountant Job Market in Nebraska
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What Nebraska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in accountant jobs across Nebraska.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Nebraska State Board of Public Accountancy
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related business field
- Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle
- Working knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation
- Experience with tax preparation, compliance filing, or audit support
- Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, formulas, and financial modeling
Accountant Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a accountant in Nebraska?
To become a licensed CPA in Nebraska, you must complete a bachelor's degree with qualifying accounting and business coursework, pass all four sections of the Uniform CPA Examination, and meet Nebraska's experience requirement through supervised work under a licensed CPA. The Nebraska State Board of Public Accountancy oversees licensing and renewal. Staff and bookkeeping roles below the CPA level typically require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance without a license.
How much do accountants make in Nebraska?
Accountants in Nebraska earn a median of about $72,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,590 for the lowest 10% to over $114,530 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire accountants in Nebraska?
Nebraska accountant roles are posted by Nelnet, PrimeSites, and Levy and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nebraska's concentration of insurance carriers, financial holding companies, and large agribusiness operations means accounting openings appear across a broader range of industries than in many comparable states.
Which Nebraska cities have the most accountant jobs?
Lincoln, Omaha, and Aurora have the most accountant openings in Nebraska. Omaha drives the largest share, anchored by its corporate headquarters in insurance, finance, and retail, while Lincoln's openings reflect state government, the University of Nebraska System, and regional professional services firms that fill the secondary market.
Are there remote accountant jobs in Nebraska?
Yes, and more than most fields. Accounting is desk-based and document-driven, which makes it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 67% of accountant openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, a higher share than you would see in hands-on roles. Tax, audit support, and financial analysis positions are the most likely to offer location flexibility.
How can I get hired as a accountant in Nebraska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for staff accountant or accounting associate roles at Nebraska's larger employers, including Berkshire Hathaway subsidiaries, Mutual of Omaha, and the Nebraska Medicine health system, which regularly hire new graduates. Public accounting firms with Omaha and Lincoln offices, including regional firms affiliated with national networks, run structured associate programs that accept candidates directly from Nebraska's university accounting programs. An active Enrolled Agent credential or progress toward CPA eligibility gives candidates without experience a clear edge over peers applying to the same entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to accountant jobs in Nebraska?
You can find and apply to accountant jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nebraska openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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