Finance Associate; North Platte, NE

Working Title Finance Associate (North Platte, NE)

Department Greater NE Business Center-0888

The Institute of Agriculture & Natural Resources business centers are a cohesive team that provide professional service, efficient resource management, and effective solution development with integrity, accountability and focus on the customer. This position is located at the Western Nebraska Research, Extension, and Education Center in North Platte, NE.

• Serve in a customer-facing role and be responsible for ensuring finance transactions are completed in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL , State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Primarily execute routine travel, procurement, accounts payable, accounts receivable, accounting, and asset management transactions.
• Work closely with employees within the departments served, as well as functional office staff, providing a high level of customer service and professionalism in all interactions.
• Function under close supervision and be expected utilize technology to provide professional services.

Note:

Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work 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 real impact in Nebraska.

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

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

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• High school diploma plus two (2) years of related finance work experience. Additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience or training in Microsoft applications.
• 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.

• Experience performing finance tasks in a business setting.
• Experience functioning in a team environment.
• Experience with SAP or large integrated finance system.
• Knowledge of finance terminology and practices.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices.

Posted Salary $17.876/hr minimum