Finance & Grants Specialist — Hybrid Work Eligible

University of Nebraska – Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule after training

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Finance/Grants Specialist to serve as a trusted resource across a broad range of financial and post-award grant administration functions. You will manage an assigned portfolio of accounts, advise on financial management, funding strategies, and compliance across diverse funding sources.

Following an onsite training period up to six months, this role may be eligible for a hybrid schedule with 3-4 days on campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of related experience in financial management, accounting, grant administration, or related field.
• Experience working with SAP or another large integrated financial system.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn new systems and technologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, including Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and university policies.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing an assigned portfolio of accounts, advising on financial management, funding strategies, and compliance across a variety of funding sources.
• Supporting unit leadership in budget analysis, preparing reports and identifying potential areas of concern.
• Providing consultative guidance on university financial policies, sponsored programs, and business processes.
• Reviewing and coordinating complex financial activities, including travel, contracts, journal entries, accounts receivable, capital assets, and other financial transactions.
• Preparing and reviewing standardized and ad hoc financial reports, ensuring accuracy and investigating and resolving anomalies.
• Ensuring that records are maintained according to policy.
• Collaborating with university partners to deliver exceptional service and promote effective, compliant business services.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

4+ years related experience

Tools

SAP

Excel

MS Office

Job description

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Finance/Grants Specialist to serve as a trusted resource across a broad range of financial and post-award grant administration functions. You will manage an assigned portfolio of accounts, advise on financial management, funding strategies, and compliance across diverse funding sources.

Following an onsite training period up to six months, this role may be eligible for a hybrid schedule with 3-4 days on campus.