Budget and Financial Manager

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Budget and Financial Manager at University of Nebraska–Lincoln will ensure effective and efficient financial operations within the Division of Academic Services and Enrollment Management. You will monitor budgets, prepare fiscal reports, manage assets, and drive continuous improvements while coordinating with the Big Red Business Center.

This role requires strong communication, Excel proficiency, and the ability to explain financial data to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field.
• 5 years of accounting, finance, or business management experience.
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prepare, verify, and present accurate financial information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage budget and financial operations for the division.
• Monitor and prepare fiscal reports to support data-driven decisions.
• Ensure asset management and implement continuous operational improvements.
• Serve as the ASEM liaison for BRBC, coordinating work processes between BRBC and ASEM.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Presenter / report writing

MS Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems (SAP or Oracle)

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

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Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

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 Notice of Nondiscrimination

Working Title

Working Title Budget and Financial Manager

Department

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260863

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/23/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 11/16/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The Budget and Financial Manager will ensure effective and efficient business operations in the Division of Academic Services and Enrollment Management ( ASEM ), including the comprehensive and sound management of budgetary and fiscal matters. The Budget and Financial Manager provides consistent and exemplary financial support to the Associate Vice Chancellor for ASEM ( AVC ), including monitoring and preparing fiscal reports to assist with data-driven decision-making, managing various financial matters, ensuring strong asset management, and implementing continuous operational improvements. The Budget and Financial Manager must have a strong understanding of financial support nuances for a student services division, within academic affairs, that is primarily responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of new students and supporting the retention of continuing students. This position is the ASEM liaison for the Big Red Business Center ( BRBC ), which includes communicating work processes and serving as a facilitator between BRBC and ASEM .
Please note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelors in Business, finance, accounting, or related field and 5 years any combination of accounting, finance, or business management experience.
• Demonstrated strong communication, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prepare, verify, and present accurate financial information—in documents and presentations.
• Ability to explain financial reports and budgets with clarity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong proficiency in MS Excel
• Proficient in evaluating financial data and spending patterns to assess fiscal health of the organization
• Proficient in projecting future revenue, anticipating upcoming expenses, and preparing for financial fluctuations
• Ability to distribute funds strategically across departments to match priority goal
• Ability to review ongoing transactions to spot misuse, measure viability, and maintain compliance
• Proficient in recording financial data and categorizing expenses meticulously to maintain up-to-date records
• Ability to ensure alignment with System and University policies, state regulations, and funding sources

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of building budgets, gathering financial records, and compiling supporting materials
• Advanced Excel, ERP systems (e.g., SAP or Oracle), data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Microsoft Power BI), agentic AI for financial reporting
• Proficient at identifying spending efficiencies and resource needs for achieving enrollment goals.
• Proficient at evaluating cost-per-enrollment metrics and financial return on marketing investments.
• Proficient at forecasting discount rates, institutional scholarships, and aid utilization.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

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

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $75,000/yr. minimum

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Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have any experience with SAP or other financial accounting systems? If so, please describe.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please describe your experience with financial accounting systems and report generation processes.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Describe your experience with supporting budgeting and financial management for multiple departments/units.

  (Open Ended Question)