MATC Program Coordinator

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented professional to oversee federal grant funding and manage financial reporting for research initiatives. This role requires a strong foundation in cost accounting and grants management, with a focus on compliance and multi-tasking in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will work closely with students and faculty, coordinating outreach programs and ensuring accurate financial management. Join a collaborative workforce that values personal and professional growth, and contribute to impactful research projects that make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• 4 years of professional experience with cost accounting and grants/contracts.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in oversight of federal grant funding and maintain sponsor contact.
• Manage MATC grant deliverables and prepare financial reports.

Skills

Cost Accounting

Grants/Contracts Management

Financial Reporting

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

PC-based Database Software

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Department

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_250329

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/07/2025

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) 05/16/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

This position will assist in the oversight of federal grant funding, maintain contact with sponsors to facilitate follow through of proposals and awards, changes/corrections to award documents, support research initiatives as appropriate. Manage MATC grant deliverables associated with reporting and data. Manage schedule, RiP and TRiD records, website project pages. Monitor, edit, and finalize reports. Manage MATC outreach programs, quarterly reports, etc.

Communicate with students and faculty at MATC partner universities. Coordinate with the MATC Director to plan conferences, meetings, webinars, and other events held in relation to research activities in MATC .

Responsible for fundamental pre and post-award cost accounting for MATC and financial management support of the research grants and contracts process for the center. Monitor and evaluate grant expenditures to ensure accuracy relative to budget; allowability and funding restrictions. Analyze future encumbrances. Prepare, analyze and distribute monthly financial and statistical reports. Handle research proposal submitted to MATC . Coordinate and complete purchasing, financial, inventory, personnel, and payroll transactions and maintain records in these areas.

Monitors federal, state, and university compliance issues such as responsible conduct of research, conflict of interest, export controls, etc. Compile various reports and data sets for submission to sponsors, University entities and collaborating institutions. Provide oversight of documentation for payroll, time entry, reconciliation of accounts payable/receivable, and procurement of goods and services. Qualitative review of center transactions, to include reviewing all journal entries and bi-weekly time entries and reconciling p-cards. Manages budget and performs data mining and analysis of spending.

Responsible for oversight of personnel documentation administration, preparing personnel actions forms and letters for faculty, staff, and students. Serve as administrative point of contact for all aspects of faculty, staff, and student position agreements and employment documentation. The position will be responsible for various duties associated with the MATC outreach programs including the MATC STEM Academy, the MATC Roads, Rails, and Racecars Program, the MATC Scholars Program and the MATC Intern Program. These include planning of the events, hiring of teachers and students that help with programs, contract execution, and other duties as assigned by the MATC Director.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ .

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, research administration or closely related field and four years’ professional experience with cost accounting, grants/contracts, general accounting or financial reporting experience required; equivalent education/experience considered. Evidence of strong written and oral communication. Familiarity with external funding/grants. Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail. Understanding of large integrated financial management system and skilled with PC-based database software programs.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in business administration, accounting or research administration or closely related field. Experience providing coordination and administrative leadership to agencies with competitive funding on large-scale interdisciplinary, multi-institutional research projects.

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 $56,118/yr. minimum

How to Apply

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

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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? Yes

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

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