Why Join Us

At EducationQuest Foundation, we hire the most talented people for our teams. We are a nonprofit organization with a passion to improve access to higher education in Nebraska. We provide free college planning services, need-based scholarship programs, college access grants for high schools, college access resources for middle schools, and outreach services for community agencies. If you like a fun, collaborative, and challenging work environment where you will have an incredible impact on college access you’ll fit right in.

EducationQuest is looking for a part-time Accounting Specialist to join our Lincoln team!

What you’ll do!

The part-time Accounting Specialist works with direction set forth by the Senior Vice President & CFO and in collaboration with the Accounting Manager. The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, love everything numbers, have a passion for customer service, and possess a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.

This individual is involved in recording and technical support of accounting activities including accounts payable, project accounting, and other transactional and financial related processes. In addition, the Accounting Specialist will maintain accounts payable files, actively assist other EducationQuest departments with program activities, and focus on driving best practices and creating process improvements.

When you join the EducationQuest family, you’re part of a dedicated and supportive team that thrives on making a difference and helps move you and our organization forward.

What We Offer

• Support. We’ll provide a positive environment and provide you the tools for success with annual performance reviews and the opportunity for salary increases.
• We value a Work-Life Balance.
• We reward candidates by offering competitive pay.
• Benefits! (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and two retirement benefits with a 100% 401(k) match!)
• We value education and offer tuition reimbursement each calendar year.
• We not only provide employees with 10 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday and Christmas week paid holiday closedown, but you’ll also receive vacation and sick time annually. (pro-rated based on hours worked)

What you’ll need!

• Associates degree in accounting, finance, or business administration plus two years related experience and/or training required. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration preferred.
• Part-time availability, 30-32 hours per week.
• A team oriented and highly motivated individual with two years related experience and/or training.
• Experience working with mid-range computer-based general ledger and accounts payable accounting systems, especially Sage Intacct and QuickBase software.
• You are computer and systems savvy with a solid understanding of MS Office applications and expert in Excel or similar spreadsheet software.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices.
• Proven ability to read and understand procedure manuals or federal regulations and write routine reports and correspondence.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Responsive and follows-through, providing outstanding customer service.
• Impeccable attention to detail partnered with excellent organizational skills, including the ability to plan and prioritize work, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required.

How to Apply

If you want to help others achieve their educational goals, apply today and submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements on our ADP Workforce Now site at https://bit.ly/3GQwzLp. To learn more about EducationQuest, visit EducationQuest.org.

FES and EducationQuest takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants with job-related qualifications are employed and employees are treated when employed without regard to their race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, or expression, intellectual disability, mental disability or physical disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lincoln, NE 68508: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

• Health insurance