Job listing expires on March 6, 2026.
Are you a team player with a knack for numbers? Do you want a job that offers a chance to be analytical and a problem solver? Do you enjoy daily tasks that challenge you? If you answered “YES!” then the Controller Division at the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) may be the team for you!
We reward our employees’ hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
Military leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
79% employer-paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
Fun, inviting teammates
Free parking
Job duties
Train teammates, as directed, in specific job tasks, practices, and procedures for auditing financial and/or statistical records to maintain and improve the performance levels of these employees.
Review statistical and/or financial operations to ensure that data produced follows federal and state statutes and regulations.
Plan and conduct investigative audits.
Apply statistical analysis techniques and formulae to data.
Conduct pre-audit research.
Educate clients regarding applicable statutes and regulations.
Compile data and information from the audit.
Write various documents, including correspondence, work papers, and audit reports.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting, and experience in conducting financial audits
Legal Requirements:
Positions in this classification are subject to Title 42, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 1 – Minimum Standards for Government Employees Identified as Auditors. The basic requirement is a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or the equivalent, with at least 24 semester hours of accounting or auditing. Any combination of education with a concentration in accounting and auditing experience acceptable to the Auditor of Public Accounts may be substituted for the educational requirements in Section 002.01.
Preferred Qualifications:
A combination of education and experience in business and accounting.
Other:
Valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation is required.
Occasional travel may be required.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge of auditing and accounting principles, standards, and practices.
Knowledge of Word, Access, and Excel.
Ability to communicate in person, by telephone, computer, and email with attention to grammar and spelling.
Possess good analytical and computer skills.
Ability to interpret and apply financial/accounting principles and instructions to analytical situations.
Ability to exercise limited independent judgment and decisiveness in a variety of settings.
Ability to use creativity and decisiveness in situations involving the evaluation of information against measurable and verifiable criteria.
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
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Job duties
Train teammates, as directed, in specific job tasks, practices, and procedures for auditing financial and/or statistical records to maintain and improve the performance levels of these employees.
Review statistical and/or financial operations to ensure that data produced follows federal and state statutes and regulations.
Plan and conduct investigative audits.
Apply statistical analysis techniques and formulae to data.
Conduct pre-audit research.
Educate clients regarding applicable statutes and regulations.
Compile data and information from the audit.
Write various documents, including correspondence, work papers, and audit reports.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting, and experience in conducting financial audits
Legal Requirements:
Positions in this classification are subject to Title 42, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 1 – Minimum Standards for Government Employees Identified as Auditors. The basic requirement is a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or the equivalent, with at least 24 semester hours of accounting or auditing. Any combination of education with a concentration in accounting and auditing experience acceptable to the Auditor of Public Accounts may be substituted for the educational requirements in Section 002.01.
Preferred Qualifications:
A combination of education and experience in business and accounting.
Other:
Valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation is required.
Occasional travel may be required.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge of auditing and accounting principles, standards, and practices.
Knowledge of Word, Access, and Excel.
Ability to communicate in person, by telephone, computer, and email with attention to grammar and spelling.
Possess good analytical and computer skills.
Ability to interpret and apply financial/accounting principles and instructions to analytical situations.
Ability to exercise limited independent judgment and decisiveness in a variety of settings.
Ability to use creativity and decisiveness in situations involving the evaluation of information against measurable and verifiable criteria.
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
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