"Finance Coordinator"

Description of Work:

As a Finance Coordinator, you will:

• 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 and review purchase orders, standard contracts, individual and batch journal entries and internal charges, service center budgets and service center rate development.
• Provide guidance for purchases, financial review and approval of travel expenses, and perform basic funds management.
• 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 general supervision and utilize technology to provide professional services.

This position provides primary support to the Bureau of Sociological Research (BOSR) and works collaboratively with the Oldfather Business Cooperative (OBC).

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 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 three (3) years of related finance work experience; OR
• Associate degree plus one (1) year of related finance work experience; equivalent education/experience considered.
• 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.
• Knowledge of finance terminology and practices.

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 federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices.

Posted Salary: $21.130/hr. minimum

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Bureau of Sociological Research-1100

Location: Lincoln, Nebraska

Posted: 13-Mar-26

Internal Number: 99682

Requisition Number: S_260186