Grant & Finance Specialist — Impactful, Client-Focused

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 46,764 - 57,157; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Finance/Grant Specialist in Lincoln, NE. The role focuses on finance and grant support, ensuring timely and accurate transactions in compliance with university and regulatory guidelines.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of related experience, experience with SAP or similar systems, and the ability to learn new software while maintaining confidentiality and delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of related finance or grant management work experience; equivalent education/experience considered.
• Experience with SAP or large integrated finance system.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide finance and grant support in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with applicable policies and guidelines.
• Execute and review routine and complex finance and pre- and post-award grant transactions.
• Work closely with department staff and functional offices to provide high level customer service.
• Utilize technology to provide professional services under limited supervision.

Skills

Finance

Grant management

SAP

Confidentiality

Communication

Relationship building

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

NuGrant

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Finance/Grant Specialist in Lincoln, NE. The role focuses on finance and grant support, ensuring timely and accurate transactions in compliance with university and regulatory guidelines.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of related experience, experience with SAP or similar systems, and the ability to learn new software while maintaining confidentiality and delivering excellent customer service.