Project Specialist II

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Project Specialist II to manage financial activities related to grants and contracts. This role involves advising staff on compliance, processing awards, and preparing financial reports. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Accounting, along with relevant experience in a university or state grants setting. Join a diverse and inclusive workforce that values collaboration and individual contribution.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in an accounting, educational, or governmental office setting.
• Knowledge of applicable rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial management activities for gifts, grants, and contracts.
• Advise and train staff on compliance issues.

Skills

Financial Management

Compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

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Description of Work

1. Perform financial management activities for gifts, grants, and contracts received by UNL.
2. Advise and train staff on compliance issues.
3. Process and close awards.
4. Prepare and sign financial reports.
5. Serve as a Sponsored Programs office liaison to funding sources.

Working Title

Project Specialist II

Department

Sponsored Programs-0982

Description of Work

Perform financial management activities for gifts, grants, and contracts received by UNL. Advise and train staff on compliance issues. Process and close awards. Prepare and sign financial reports and serve as a Sponsored Programs office liaison to funding sources.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals can participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered 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: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in an accounting, educational, or governmental office setting, including experience with administration of grants/contracts.
• Experience with word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Knowledge of applicable rules and regulations – Uniform Guidance, FAR clauses, and CFR.
• Knowledge of federal agency-specific rules and requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and experience in a university or state grants setting.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, SAP, and UNL warehouse.
• CRA and/or CGFM certification.

Posted Salary: $24.106/hr minimum.