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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Finance Associate. The role involves executing finance transactions such as travel, procurement, accounts payable and receivable, accounting, and asset management while ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations. The Finance Associate provides customer service to departments and works under close supervision using technology to deliver professional services.

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Manage routine finance transactions, including travel, procurement, accounts payable/receivable, accounting, and asset management.
Ensure all transactions comply with UNL, State, Federal regulations, and institutional policies.
Provide high-level customer service while working with departmental employees and functional office staff.
Work under close supervision and utilize technology to perform tasks.
Proficiency or experience with Microsoft Office applications; willingness to learn new hardware and software systems.
Preferred experience with SAP or other large integrated finance systems and knowledge of finance terminology and related laws.
Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma plus two years of related finance experience or equivalent education, confidentiality adherence, and effective communication skills.
Position requires a criminal background check but no driving record review or commercial driver's license.
Offered compensation starts at $17.876 per hour minimum.
Employment is full-time in the Greater NE Business Center at the Panhandle Research, Extension, and Education Center in Scottsbluff, NE.

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Finance Associate (Scottsbluff, NE)

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Working Title | Finance Associate (Scottsbluff, NE)
Department | Greater NE Business Center-0888
Requisition Number | S_260319
Posting Open Date | 04/24/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 05/11/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) 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 Panhandle Research, Extension, and Education Center in Scottsbluff, 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 and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. Our campus is known for its welcoming, supportive 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 meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education Robust retirement plans with university match
Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. 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.
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) | Scottsbluff, 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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