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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Finance Associate. The role involves executing routine financial transactions such as travel, procurement, accounts payable and receivable, accounting, and asset management while ensuring compliance with institutional and governmental regulations. The Finance Associate will also provide high-level customer service, work closely with department staff, and utilize technology under close supervision.

Highlights

Perform timely and accurate finance transactions compliant with UNL, State, and Federal regulations.
Manage routine tasks including travel, procurement, accounts payable, accounts receivable, accounting, and asset management.
Work closely with employees in served departments and provide professional customer service.
Use technology to deliver finance-related professional services under supervision.
Required software knowledge includes Microsoft applications; experience with SAP or large integrated finance systems is preferred.
Minimum qualifications: High school diploma plus two years related finance work experience or equivalent education; ability to maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and FERPA; strong communication skills.
Preferred qualifications: Experience in finance within a business setting, team environment, knowledge of finance terminology and relevant laws.
Compensation starts at $17.876 per hour minimum.
Full-time, regular staff position located at the Western Nebraska Research, Extension, and Education Center.
Criminal background check required; no commercial driving license or pre-placement driving record needed.

Finance Associate (North Platte, NE) Full Description

Finance Associate (North Platte, NE)

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Position Information

Working Title | Finance Associate (North Platte, NE)
Department | Greater NE Business Center-0888
Requisition Number | S_260063
Posting Open Date | 01/30/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 02/27/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes

Description of Work | The Institute of Agriculture & Natural Resources business centers are a cohesive team that provide professional service, efficient resource management, and effective solution development with integrity, accountability and focus on the customer. This position is located at the Western Nebraska Research, Extension, and Education Center in North Platte, NE.

As a Finance Associate, you will:Serve in a customer-facing role and be responsible for ensuring finance transactions are completed in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines. Primarily execute routine travel, procurement, accounts payable, accounts receivable, accounting, and asset management transactions. Work closely with employees within the departments served, as well as functional office staff, providing a high level of customer service and professionalism in all interactions. Function under close supervision and be expected utilize technology to provide professional services.
Note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

About Us At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace, it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications | High school diploma plus two (2) years of related finance work experience. Additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis. Experience or training in Microsoft applications. A willingness and demonstrated ability to learn new hardware and software systems. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with rules and regulations, including HIPAA and FERPA guidelines on the disclosure of information. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and outside of reporting lines. Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred, but not required. Experience performing finance tasks in a business setting. Experience functioning in a team environment. Experience with SAP or large integrated finance system. Knowledge of finance terminology and practices. Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No
Physical Required | No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $17.876/hr minimum
How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume and list of references as two separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Jodi Mackin
jmackin1@unl.edu
Job Category (old) | Office/Service
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) |
Work Location (City, State) | North Platte, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: |
Appointment End Date |

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