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University of Nebraska – Lincoln is hiring a Finance Specialist. The role sits in the HAPPI Business Center, a team that provides business services supporting the teaching, research, and extension work of its partner units. The specialist acts as a trusted financial resource for departments, advising on financial management, funding strategies, and compliance.

Highlights

Manage an assigned portfolio of departments, advising on financial management, funding strategies, and compliance across state accounts, grants, service centers, and revolving accounts.
Support sponsored research through post-award grant financial management and administration.
Provide consultative guidance on university financial policies, sponsored programs, and business processes so departments can find practical, compliant solutions to complex issues.
Review and coordinate complex financial activity, including travel, contracts, journal entries, accounts receivable, and capital assets.
Requires a bachelor's degree plus four years of related experience in financial management, accounting, grant administration, or a related field, with equivalent education and experience considered.
Requires experience with SAP or another large integrated financial system, Excel for data analysis and reporting, and the ability to handle confidential information in line with applicable laws and university policy.
Preferred experience in grant, project, or cost accounting, providing consultative support, training, or mentoring, and working in a higher education environment.
Full-time position on UNL's East Campus in Lincoln, Nebraska, with a posted salary of at least $51,961 per year; after an initial training period of up to six months, a hybrid schedule with up to two remote days a week may be available, subject to supervisor approval.

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Description of Work

The HAPPI Business Center is a collaborative team providing specialized business services that advance the teaching, research, and extension missions of our partner units.

As a Finance Specialist , you will serve as a trusted resource to departments, providing expert guidance and support across a broad range of financial functions.

Responsibilities include:

Managing an assigned portfolio, advising on financial management, funding strategies, and compliance across a variety of funding sources which may include state accounts, grants, service centers, and revolving accounts.
Supporting sponsored research through post-award grant financial management and administration.
Providing consultative guidance on university financial policies, sponsored programs, and business processes, helping departments navigate complex issues and identify practical, compliant solutions.
Reviewing and coordinating complex financial activities, including travel, contracts, journal entries, accounts receivable, capital assets, and other financial transactions.

This position is located on UNL’s East Campus in Lincoln, NE. Following an initial training period of up to six months, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule , with up to two remote days per week. Hybrid arrangements are subject to supervisor approval and are determined based on operational needs.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus (4) years of related experience in financial management, accounting, grant administration, or related field. Equivalent education/experience considered.
Experience working with SAP or another large integrated financial system.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, including Excel for data analysis and reporting, and the ability to learn and use new technologies.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and university policies.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

Experience with grant, project, or cost accounting.
Experience providing consultative support, training, or mentoring.
Experience in a higher education environment.

We seek an experienced financial professional with strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach. The ideal candidate builds strong relationships, provides excellent service, and confidently communicates difficult decisions when needed.

Posted Salary

$51,961/yr minimum

Job Type

Full-Time

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