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4University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Finance Specialist. The role provides operational and financial support within the Student Life Business Services team, managing auxiliary billing, collections, account reconciliation, and supporting revenue-generating programs. The Finance Specialist collaborates with Housing, Dining, Nebraska Unions, Conferences, and Auxiliary Services to ensure timely and accurate finance operations in compliance with regulations.

Highlights

Provide finance support in customer-facing and consultative capacities.
Oversee auxiliary billing, collections, departmental charge processing, and customer account reconciliation.
Execute and review accounts payable, receivable, reconciliation, and budgeting transactions.
Collaborate with leadership across Housing, Dining, Nebraska Unions, Conferences, and Auxiliary Services.
Required experience with SAP, EMS, or large integrated finance systems.
Bachelor’s degree plus four years of related finance work experience or equivalent.
Strong communication skills and ability to build positive internal and external relationships.
Knowledge of finance terminology, accounts receivable, billing, collections, and financial reconciliation.
Criminal history background check required.
Minimum salary is $51,961 per year.

Finance Specialist Full Description

Finance Specialist

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Position Information

Working Title | Finance Specialist
Department | Student Life Business Services-10875
Requisition Number | S_260452
Posting Open Date | 06/08/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 06/22/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Finance Specialist provides operational and financial support within the Student Life Business Services team, and provides excellent customer service to the auxiliary operations within the Student Life, including Housing, Dining, Nebraska Unions, Conferences, Events, and related revenue-generating programs.

The Finance Specialist will:Serve in a customer-facing, consultative role and is responsible for providing finance support in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines. Provide oversight of auxiliary billing and collections processes, departmental charge processing, customer account reconciliation, conference and event invoicing, meal plan and dining-related financial reconciliation, and support for integrated “one bill” auxiliary charging initiatives. Execute and review complex accounts payable, receivable, accounting, finance, reconciliation, and budgeting transactions. Work closely with Housing, Dining, Nebraska Unions, Conferences, and Auxiliary Services leadership to support operational financial processes, customer account management, and auxiliary revenue reconciliation activities.

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 for 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://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree plus four (4) years of related finance work experience; additional relevant education or experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis. Experience with SAP, EMS or large integrated finance system A willingness and demonstrated ability to learn new hardware and software systems 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 Knowledge of finance terminology and practices Knowledge of accounts receivable, billing, collections, and financial reconciliation practices

Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others Experience supporting auxiliary business operations in higher education Experience with student billing systems, housing management software, event management software, or integrated auxiliary business systems Experience with financial reconciliation related to dining, housing, conferences, or events operations
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 | $51,961/yr 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, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Breana Garretson, bgarretson2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) |
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, 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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