Finance Specialist - Lead

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Position Information

Working Title

Department

Department Big Red Business Center-11350

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_250847

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 01/21/2026

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) 02/04/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

As a Finance Specialist – Lead, you will:

• Serve in a customer-facing, consultative role and be responsible for providing finance support in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL , State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Primarily execute and review complex travel, procurement, contracts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, accounting, foundation, budgeting, 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 limited supervision and be expected to utilize sophisticated technology to provide professional services.
• Supervise Finance employees.
• Work with direct reports to identify and facilitate ongoing professional development opportunities.

About Us

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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• Bachelor’s degree and four years of related finance work experience; equivalent education/experience considered.
• Experience with SAP or large integrated finance system.
• 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.
• Knowledge of finance terminology and practices.

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Experience conducting training.
• Experience functioning in a team environment.
• Experience performing finance tasks in a business setting.
• Experience serving multiple units as part of a service team.
• Experience performing finance-related tasks at a University of Nebraska institution.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No