Finance Coordinator

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Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Finance Coordinator

Department

Department College of Engineering-0907

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260651

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 08/17/2026

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) 08/31/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

As a Finance Coordinator
, you will coordinate a wide range of financial transactions across multiple fund types, providing responsive service and ensuring compliance with university policies.
Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating purchasing, procurement, and payment activities, including purchase orders, P-Cards, vendor setup, and contract routing, while ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.
• Reviewing expenditures for funding allowability across a variety of account types and preparing payment and transfer requests when appropriate.
• Reviewing and approving travel and expense transactions and assisting faculty, staff, and students with travel and expense submissions.
• Processing and reviewing accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) transactions, including reimbursements, non-employee payments, invoices, refunds, internal charges, and outstanding receivables.
• Preparing, reviewing, and processing accounting transactions, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial adjustments while maintaining accurate financial records.
• Coordinating capital asset activities, including transfers, inventories, validations, and disposition processes in accordance with university requirements.
• Assisting with training new staff members.
• Providing guidance and customer support to faculty, staff, and colleagues regarding policies, procedures, and business processes.

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Robust retirement plans with university match

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Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency plus three (3) years of experience in accounting, finance, or grant management related work;
  OR
• Associate degree in related field plus one (1) year of experience in accounting, finance, or grant management related work. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, including Excel for data management and reporting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality 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.
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