The Controller will be responsible for managing financial performance, job cost management, operational expenses, and reporting for SEi, located in Omaha, NE and a subsidiary (“Hub”) of Zeus Fire and Security. The role w…
Finance & Accounting · Omaha, NE
Controller jobs in Omaha, NE
Controllers run the accounting function of a company. They own the close process, financial reporting, and internal controls, and manage the accounting team that keeps the numbers accurate and audit-ready.
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$40–$97/hr
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$129k
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within an established system of project controlsBe responsible for analysis, developing and reporting associated with various project controls job duties, such as project baseline, work package agreements, cost control,…
will have no obligation to pay any fees and reserves the right to contact, engage, interview, or hire such candidate(s) without any financial or other responsibility to the submitting agency. Unsolicited resumes, includi…
money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants and consumers to one... ...global scale, come make a difference at Fiserv.Job TitleCyber Risk Controls Offic…
$17 - $19 per hour
: Description: Are You the Right Fit? Do these sound like you? I thrive in a collaborative, in-person team. I bring positivity and encourage others. I enjoy helping people reach their full potential. I strive for persona…
reviewing strategic fit and rationale for opportunitiesAnalyzes potential acquisition and investment candidates, performs complex financial modeling and other analyses to support the negotiation of selected transactions.…
great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. Omaha, Nebraska (In-Office Position)We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst as part of our Financial Planning & Analysis team who combines strong…
$58.5k - $75k
Position Summary: The Accountant supports key accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and financial analysis. This role contributes to accurate financial reporting, timely month-end…
national network. Our team members work together to deliver a personalized experience for clients while supporting the operational, financial, and service needs behind every flight. Our culture is guided by the “Supply t…
$65k - $100k
operating at a ratio of 60% Tax, 30% write up's, & 10% Audit work. Tax Associate Responsibilities: Organizing and analyzing clients' financial information Taking advantage of opportunities to minimize tax liability throu…
Our client is a recognized Facade organization with a proven track record of success. If you are a dynamic Estimator with strong glass and glazing or facade estimating experience, and a passion for success, We are very i…
A respected flooring contractor is seeking a Flooring Estimator to add to their team. This company has a diverse portfolio of projects in the flooring industry and is looking to add a individual that shares their passion…
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What controllers earn in Omaha
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $40–$53 | $83k–$110k |
| Mid level | $53–$71 | $110k–$147k |
| Senior | $69–$97 | $143k–$202k |
Adjusted for the Omaha market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
GAAP and technical accountingFinancial reportingInternal controlsTeam managementMonth-end and year-end closeAudit managementERP systems (NetSuite, SAP)Cash flow managementProcess documentation
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How have you improved a close process you inherited?
Give the before and after in days, and the specific changes: reconciliation cadence, checklist ownership, or automation. Show the team came along with the change.
Tell me about your experience managing an external audit.
Describe owning the PBC list, keeping schedules ready year-round, and how the audit concluded — ideally with no material adjustments and a shorter fieldwork period.
How do you design internal controls without slowing the business down?
Show risk-based thinking: strong controls where dollars and fraud risk concentrate, lighter touch elsewhere, and automation where judgment is not needed.
How do you develop and retain your accounting team?
Mention clear ownership of areas, cross-training to remove single points of failure, and giving seniors visible stretch work like audit or systems projects.
Describe a technical accounting issue you had to research and resolve.
Pick something real — revenue recognition, leases, capitalization — and walk through the guidance you applied and how you documented the position.
How do you work with FP&A and the CFO?
Frame the controller as the source of trustworthy actuals: clean, timely closes that let FP&A forecast and the CFO speak to the board with confidence.
Tell me about a time you found or prevented a material problem.
Show vigilance plus process: how the issue surfaced, how you contained and corrected it, and the control you added afterward.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For controllers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Lead with the scope you controlled: revenue, entity count, team size, and audit firm relationships.
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Quantify close discipline, for example a consistent five-day close across a multi-entity consolidation.
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Name clean audit outcomes and any first-year audits or system implementations you led.
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Include CPA licensure prominently; most controller postings treat it as required.
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Show a systems story, such as migrating from QuickBooks to NetSuite, since controllers often own that transition.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Senior Accountant
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Accounting Manager
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Assistant Controller
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Controller
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VP of Finance / CFO
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