University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Research Business Services Finance Specialist
🇺🇸
Lincoln, NE
🕑
Full-Time
💰
$52K
💻
Finance
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June 22nd, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Research Business Services Finance Specialist. This role manages financial, accounting, and administrative support for research operations within the Office of Research and Innovation, handling tasks such as royalty payments, contract administration, procurement, accounts payable, travel processing, financial reconciliations, and internal billing. The specialist works closely with faculty, staff, vendors, and partners to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely financial transactions across university systems.
Highlights
- Provide technical advice, problem-solving assistance, and consultative services to centers and units.
- Manage royalty payment processes, IPTOR contract administration, procurement activities, accounts payable, travel, and expense processing.
- Perform financial reconciliations and support internal billing.
- Collaborate with university stakeholders, faculty, staff, vendors, and external partners to support research business operations.
- Proficiency in accounting and business software applications, including spreadsheet software.
- Preferred experience with grant management, federal regulations, database and reporting software, and SAP or similar accounting systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field with four years of related finance experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Criminal history background check required.
- Posted minimum salary of $51,961 per year.
- Position supports financial stewardship within the Office of Research and Innovation; full-time employment.
Research Business Services Finance Specialist Full Description
Research Business Services Finance Specialist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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.
Position Information
Working Title | Research Business Services Finance Specialist
Department | Rsch Finance & Information Systems-13279
Requisition Number | S_260478
Posting Open Date | 06/19/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 07/02/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Research Business Services Financial Specialist provides technical advice, problem solving assistance and consultative services to centers and units. The Research Business Services Financial Specialist also provides comprehensive financial, accounting, and administrative support for research and business operations within the Office of Research and Innovation (OR&I). This position will review routine and complex finance transactions including; managing royalty payment processes, IPTOR contract administration, procurement activities, accounts payable functions, travel and expense processing, financial reconciliations, and internal billing support. The specialist serves as a key resource in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timely execution of financial transactions across multiple university and auxiliary business systems. Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders, faculty, staff, vendors, and external partners, this position helps manage efficient business operations and supports the financial stewardship of research-related activities.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered 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: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or related degree and 4 years of related finance work experience, additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute on a year-for-year basis. Proficiency in accounting and business software applications, including spreadsheet software.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience with grant management and/or knowledge of federal regulations Experience with database and reporting software Experience with SAP or other accounting software Experience in higher education
Ideal Candidate Statement
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and possesses strong proficiency in business software applications, particularly spreadsheet tools. They bring exceptional organizational skills and can effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ability to work in a team, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills, is key to success in this role.
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 | Ember Welsch, Human Resources Specialist Lead
Office of Research and Innovation
[email protected]
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 |
Department | Rsch Finance & Information Systems-13279
Requisition Number | S_260478
Posting Open Date | 06/19/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 07/02/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Research Business Services Financial Specialist provides technical advice, problem solving assistance and consultative services to centers and units. The Research Business Services Financial Specialist also provides comprehensive financial, accounting, and administrative support for research and business operations within the Office of Research and Innovation (OR&I). This position will review routine and complex finance transactions including; managing royalty payment processes, IPTOR contract administration, procurement activities, accounts payable functions, travel and expense processing, financial reconciliations, and internal billing support. The specialist serves as a key resource in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timely execution of financial transactions across multiple university and auxiliary business systems. Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders, faculty, staff, vendors, and external partners, this position helps manage efficient business operations and supports the financial stewardship of research-related activities.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered 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: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or related degree and 4 years of related finance work experience, additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute on a year-for-year basis. Proficiency in accounting and business software applications, including spreadsheet software.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience with grant management and/or knowledge of federal regulations Experience with database and reporting software Experience with SAP or other accounting software Experience in higher education
Ideal Candidate Statement
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and possesses strong proficiency in business software applications, particularly spreadsheet tools. They bring exceptional organizational skills and can effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ability to work in a team, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills, is key to success in this role.
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 | Ember Welsch, Human Resources Specialist Lead
Office of Research and Innovation
[email protected]
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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