Nebraska bookkeeper employment contract template

Nebraska Bookkeeper Employment Contract

This Nebraska Bookkeeper Employment Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Legal Business Name], a company organized and existing under the laws of Nebraska, with its principal place of business at [Employer Registered Nebraska Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Position:

• The Employer hires the Employee as a full-time Bookkeeper.
• The Employee accepts this employment.

2. Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Employee will perform the following duties, adhering to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Nebraska statutes:
• Option A: Maintaining accurate financial records.
• Option B: Daily transaction entry.
• Reconciling bank accounts.
• Processing accounts payable and receivable.
• Payroll administration, complying with Nebraska payroll and wage payment regulations.
• Preparing periodic financial statements.
• Sales tax tracking and reporting per Nebraska Department of Revenue requirements.
• Handling petty cash.
• Vendor file management.
• Preparing and supporting company audits.

3. Nebraska-Specific Knowledge/Credentials:

• Option A: Familiarity with Nebraska sales/use tax regulations.
• Option B: Experience with regionally prevalent accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage).

4. Work Hours and Location:

• Standard work hours are [Number] hours per week, [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.
• Option A: The Employee is required to be onsite at the Employer's facility located in Nebraska.
• Option B: The Employee will work remotely, subject to the Employer's telework policy.
• The primary work location is [Employer Address in Nebraska].

5. Employment Type:

• The employment is full-time.
• Weekly Schedule: [Specific Weekly Schedule]
• Meal/Rest Breaks: The Employee will be provided with [Number] minutes for meal break and [Number] minutes for rest break.
• Overtime: Overtime will be paid at a rate of 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by the FLSA and Nebraska law.
• Timekeeping: The Employee must accurately record all hours worked using [Timekeeping Method].

6. Compensation:

• Option A: The annual salary is [Dollar Amount], payable [Pay Frequency].
• Option B: The hourly wage is [Dollar Amount], payable [Pay Frequency].
• Payment Method: [Direct Deposit/Check]
• Overtime Rate: 1.5 times the regular hourly rate.
• Bonus: The Employee is eligible for a performance-based bonus of [Percentage]% of salary, paid [Payment Timing], based on [Bonus Calculation Method].

7. Benefits:

• Health Insurance: [Yes/No]. If yes, details: [Insurance Details].
• Dental Insurance: [Yes/No]. If yes, details: [Insurance Details].
• Vision Insurance: [Yes/No]. If yes, details: [Insurance Details].
• 401(k): [Yes/No]. If yes, details: [Retirement Plan Details].
• Paid Vacation: [Number] days per year, accrued [Accrual Rate]. Carryover: [Yes/No, Details].
• Paid Sick Leave: [Number] days per year, accrued [Accrual Rate]. Carryover: [Yes/No, Details].
• Holidays: [List of Nebraska-Recognized Holidays].
• Expenses: Reimbursement for work-related expenses, including [Expense Types].
• Training: Support for continuing education/certifications related to bookkeeping and Nebraska financial regulations.

8. Confidentiality:

The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive financial records, client information, and Employer trade secrets, both during and after employment, complying with the Nebraska Uniform Trade Secrets Act.

9. Data Security:

The Employee must adhere to strict protocols for protecting all financial, tax, payroll, and customer data per company and Nebraska laws.

10. Property and Intellectual Property:

All work product, including bookkeeping records, process documentation, and internal controls materials, is the property of the Employer.

11. Conflict of Interest:

The Employee must obtain written approval before engaging in any outside bookkeeping work, especially if serving clients who operate in Nebraska.

12. Anti-Fraud, Duty of Care, and Accuracy:

The Employee must follow auditable procedures, comply with internal controls, and immediately report any suspected error, fraud, or irregularity.

13. Reporting Structure:

• The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name].
• Reporting Frequency: [Frequency]
• Annual Review: Annual performance reviews will be conducted.

14. At-Will Employment:

Employment is at-will, as recognized by Nebraska law.

15. Termination:

• Grounds for termination include gross misconduct (e.g., financial misstatement, fraud), employee-initiated resignation ([Number] days notice), employer-initiated dismissal, and layoffs.
• Final Pay: Final pay will be provided within the next regular pay period, in compliance with the Nebraska Wage Payment and Collection Act.

16. Post-Termination Obligations:

• The Employee must return all Employer property and handover records.
• Ongoing confidentiality obligations apply.
• Non-Solicitation: The Employee agrees not to solicit the Employer’s clients for [Number] months following termination, limited to clients in [Geographic Area].

17. Compliance with Laws:

The parties will comply with all relevant federal and Nebraska state laws, including FLSA, IRS rules, Nebraska wage and hour laws, anti-discrimination and equal employment opportunity policies.

18. Workplace Accommodation:

The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with the ADA and Nebraska Equal Opportunity Commission guidance.

19. Workers' Compensation:

The Employee is covered by Nebraska workers' compensation insurance.

20. Dispute Resolution:

• Initial internal negotiation will be attempted.
• Option A: Mediation will be used to resolve disputes.
• Option B: Arbitration will be used to resolve disputes.
• The forum and jurisdiction for legal actions is Nebraska.

21. Severability, Integration, and Amendment:

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties. Any amendment to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.

22. Document Retention and Record Privacy:

The Employer will maintain records in accordance with the Nebraska Records Management Act.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

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[Employer Representative Name]

[Employer Representative Title]

[Employer Legal Business Name]

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[Employee Name]

[Employee Title]