Finance Coordinator — Hybrid (1 Remote Day/Week)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Employee and dependent scholarship

Robust retirement plans

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Finance Coordinator to manage a broad range of financial transactions across multiple fund types in a university setting. The role emphasizes purchasing, travel, A/P/A/R processing, and financial reporting with strong policy compliance.

Following an initial onsite training period, this position may become eligible for a hybrid work schedule with up to 1 remote day per week, subject to supervisor approval and operational needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with three years of accounting/finance experience, or an associate degree with one year of related work experience.
• Strong computer skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel for data management and reporting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with laws and university policies.
• Strong communication and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing, procurement, and payment activities (POs, P‑Cards, vendor setup, contract routing) while ensuring policy compliance.
• Review expenditures for funding allowability across account types and prepare payment/transfer requests.
• Review and approve travel and expense transactions; assist faculty, staff, and students with submissions.
• Process accounts payable/receivable transactions (reimbursements, invoices, refunds, internal charges).
• Prepare, review, and process accounting transactions, journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments.
• Coordinate capital asset activities (transfers, inventories, dispositions) per university requirements.
• Assist with training new staff members and provide guidance on policies and business processes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel for data management

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Finance Coordinator to manage a broad range of financial transactions across multiple fund types in a university setting. The role emphasizes purchasing, travel, A/P/A/R processing, and financial reporting with strong policy compliance.

Following an initial onsite training period, this position may become eligible for a hybrid work schedule with up to 1 remote day per week, subject to supervisor approval and operational needs.