Fiserv

Accounting Lead

Fiserv • $75K — $95K *
Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of accounting experience
  • Proven month-end close process expertise
  • Advanced Excel skills, especially with large datasets
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and SEC reporting concepts (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Analyze operational and financial data for business insights
  • Support the month-end close with journal entries and reconciliations
  • Train and oversee accounting staff's transaction processing
  • Execute key controls to uphold Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
  • Deliver financial updates highlighting risks and opportunities
  • Prepare documentation for internal and external audits
  • Continuously improve process documentation and workflows

Benefits

  • Fuel Your Life program for holistic employee support
  • Paid holidays and generous time-off policies
  • Mental health support through Employee Assistance Programs
  • Living Proof program for peer recognition
  • Opportunities for professional growth and training
  • Comprehensive insurance options from day one
  • 401k match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition assistance and reimbursement
  • Paid parental and military leave
Full Job Description
Job Title
Accounting Lead

About your role:

You will serve as an Accounting Lead supporting our business unit with hands-on operational accounting and high-impact financial insights. In this role, you'll function as a senior individual contributor responsible for supporting the close process, reviewing accounting outputs, and ensuring accurate financial reporting for the business unit. This role partners with cross-functional teams on revenue, expense and contract-related accounting, maintains strong internal controls, supports audits, and drives process improvements.

What you'll do:
  • Analyze operational and financial data to validate activity, identify trends, and translate findings into clear business insights
  • Support the month-end close by preparing journal entries, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and partnering with Accounting to ensure timely, accurate results
  • Train, provide guidance and review the work performed by accounting staff to ensure transactions are processed in accordance with company policy
  • Help maintain a strong control environment by executing key controls and documentation in alignment with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
  • Build and deliver recurring reporting, variance analysis, and commentary to deepen understanding of assigned balance sheet and P&L areas
  • Partner with business leaders to provide ad hoc analysis, scenario support, and decision-ready recommendations
  • Deliver timely, accurate financial updates and dashboards to management and cross-functional partners, highlighting risks, opportunities, and actions
  • Support internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation, explaining processes, and partnering to address findings and improvements
  • Ensure financial results are presented fairly in accordance with GAAP and company policy, with a focus on accuracy, transparency, and consistency
  • Maintain and continuously improve process documentation, bringing a "how can we make this better?" mindset to controls and workflows
  • Take on additional projects as needed to help the Accounting organization scale and succeed
  • Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned; responsibilities listed are not intended to be all-inclusive and may be modified as necessary


Experience you'll need to have:
  • 4+ years of experience in accounting
  • Experience with month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance investigation
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, and data modeling); comfort working with large datasets and summarizing insights for both finance and non-finance partners
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, related experience and/or military experience


Experience that would be great to have:
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statement presentation; familiarity with SEC reporting concepts is a plus
  • Experience working in SAP, Oracle, or other ERP/financial systems
  • Experience with improving processes through standardization, automation, and clear documentation


How you'll work:
  • This role is on-site Monday through Friday in Omaha, NE. Fiserv considers in-person collaboration to be an essential part of this role as in-person office experiences help you with your overall onboarding experience and leads to stronger productivity.
  • This role may require extra hours the week of month end close.
  • This role requires use of a computer and audio equipment.


Sponsorship:
  • You must currently possess valid and unrestricted U.S. work authorization to be considered for this role. Individuals with temporary visas including, but not limited to, F-1 (OPT, CPT, STEM), H-1B, H-2, or TN, or any candidate requiring sponsorship, now or in the future, will not be considered for this role.


Benefits at Fiserv:
  • Fuel Your Life program to support your physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being.
  • Paid holidays and generous time away policies.
  • No-cost mental health support through Employee Assistance Programs.
  • Living Proof program to recognize your peers' extra effort with points redeemable for rewards.
  • Eight Employee Resource Groups to foster a collaborative culture and expand your network.
  • Unparalleled professional growth with training, development, and internal mobility opportunities.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options available from day one.
  • Retirement planning including 401k match and discounted shares with the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Tuition assistance and reimbursement program.
  • Paid parental and military leave.

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This role is not eligible to be performed in Colorado, California, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, Rhode Island, Vermont or Washington.

It is unlawful to discriminate against a prospective employee due to the individual's status as a veteran.

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Thank you for considering employment with Fiserv. Please:

  • Apply using your legal name
  • Complete the step-by-step profile and attach your resume (either is acceptable, both are preferable).

About Fiserv

CashEdge(R) provides infrastructure that global financial institutions rely on to extend their online channels and enhance customer profitability. CashEdge delivers secure Online Money Movement and Advanced Account Aggregation platforms that power specialized retail banking and advisor applications. These proven solutions enable CashEdge's clients to create compelling online offerings that attract customers, generate revenues, and reduce costs. CashEdge serves top-tier financial institutions around the world. Clients and partners include Vanguard, RBC Financial Group, CIBC, Yahoo! Finance, Digital Insight, First Data, TD Canada Trust, NYCE, Laurentian Bank, Financial Fusion and Corillian. CashEdge has offices in New York and Silicon Valley.

Fiserv Careers

Join the Fiserv team today and be part of a dynamic company known for innovation, leadership, and a commitment to the professional growth of its employees. At Fiserv, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform where skills are honed, leadership is cultivated, and career aspirations are achieved. Work You’ll Do At Fiserv, we are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals eager to thrive in a culture that fosters growth and diversity. Our team is composed of professionals who lead the way in financial services technology. By joining us, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, working together to solve complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions that impact millions of people every day. Explore Our Job Opportunities Whether you're seeking an entry-level position or a more senior role, Fiserv offers a range of career paths in areas such as software development, project management, financial analysis, and client services. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract individuals who are not only technically proficient but who also embody our values of integrity and responsibility. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Fiserv internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience and networking opportunities that often lead to full-time employment. As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience while working on meaningful projects that directly contribute to the company’s goals. Benefits and Culture Fiserv is committed to the well-being and continuous development of our employees. We offer competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as opportunities for professional development through leadership training and diversity programs. Our culture is one of inclusion, where every team member is valued and has the opportunity to contribute to our success. Career Growth and Development We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through career development initiatives and continuous learning opportunities. At Fiserv, you will find a supportive environment where you can grow your career through on-the-job experiences, mentoring, and formal training. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Start your journey with Fiserv today and help shape the future of financial services. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Fiserv. Explore, innovate, and grow with Fiserv. Let your career journey begin here, where you can make a real difference in the world of finance.
Learn more about Fiserv
Size
44,000 employees
Market Cap
$63.4 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$958 million
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+24.1%
Revenue
$14.8 billion
NASDAQ
FISV
* Ladders Estimates

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