Grants & Financial Management Specialist

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The HAPPI Business Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a Finance Specialist to provide expert financial guidance across departments, including grants administration, travel, journals, and asset management.

You will advise on funding strategies, ensure compliance with university policies, and foster collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders. The role is located on UNL's East Campus in Lincoln, NE, with potential hybrid scheduling after an initial training period.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus four years of related experience in financial management or grant administration.
• Experience with SAP or a large integrated financial system.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information per laws and policies.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned portfolio and advise on financial management, funding strategies, compliance across funding sources.
• Support sponsored research through post-award grant financial management and administration.
• Provide consultative guidance on university financial policies, sponsored programs, and business processes.
• Review and coordinate complex financial activities including travel, contracts, journal entries, accounts receivable, capital assets, and other financial transactions.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Confidentiality

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree + 4 years related experience

Tools

SAP

Excel

Office Suite

Job description

The HAPPI Business Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a Finance Specialist to provide expert financial guidance across departments, including grants administration, travel, journals, and asset management.

You will advise on funding strategies, ensure compliance with university policies, and foster collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders. The role is located on UNL's East Campus in Lincoln, NE, with potential hybrid scheduling after an initial training period.