University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Job Summary:

The Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) 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 on UNL's East Campus, home to the beautiful Maxwell Arboretum, the UNL Dairy Store, and plenty of parking!

As a Finance Associate, you will:

• 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.

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 medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
• Generous retirement plans with a university match

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years related finance or accounting work experience.  Additional years of completed 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

Preferred Qualifications:

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• 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

Compliance Requirements:

If selected for this position and a verbal offer is accepted, the final written offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of the following required pre-employment check(s): 

• Criminal history background check