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• Create and compile information for accounting and financial data (i.e., requisitions, journal entries, purchase orders, invoices, etc.), review for completeness and submit documents for payments and transfers.
• Ensure all transactions and records retentions are compliant with university policies and procedures, and state and federal laws.
• Manage the purchasing activities lifecycle including vendor profile creation, purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
• Monitor grant expenditures to ensure they are allowable and reasonable and are in compliance with the granting agency’s regulations, state and university policies, and Institute budget authority procedures.
• Maintain the schedule of reporting for all programs and assist Senior Manager for Finance in the preparation, filing and dissemination of related budget, financial, and effort reports and associated documentation. 
• Initiate Personnel Action Forms (PAFs), as needed
• Receive final copy of Personnel Action Forms (PAFs) from UNOP Human Resources and reconcile against payroll ledgers.
• Monitor cost object balances and facilitate the closure of cost objects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The work can be very complex and depends primarily on the organizational skills and accounting abilities of the individual as well as the types of assignments they are assigned. The quantitative skills such as business accounting, finance, grant management, management information systems, and mathematics can be difficult, but the systems available to track and report data are helpful. The individual must have an ability to address multiple requests; possess strong attention to detail, accuracy, professional discretion, and sensitivity to confidential information; have a record of effective teamwork with others; and possess exceptional time management skills.

Knowledge of accounting theories, practices, regulations, and financial concepts is required. This position demands the ability to take initiative, operate independently as well as a member of a team, exercise judgment to seek supervision and/or input from others when necessary, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced, multitasking environment. One should demonstrate competencies in excellent interpersonal skills with strong orientation toward diplomacy, tact, compassion, collaboration, and teamwork. The individual should possess exceptional communication skills (verbal, writing, editing, and proofreading) and be organized, detail-oriented and accurate. The ability to manipulate large amounts of information for planning and/or analysis and communicating findings to users is essential. Must follow state and federal law, and comply with fiscal and budget reporting guidelines, university policy, and approved methodologies for tracking and reporting information.

This position demands technology proficiency, with a willingness to learn and use new technologies relating to (but not limited to) financial, budget, and document management. This position requires use and knowledge of SAP, NUFFO, and other data-tracking systems and the ability to explain, verbally and in written form, to end users how figures are collected and analyzed. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software is required, including the ability to use multiple worksheets, pivot tables, charts, and formulas. Adobe software knowledge for converting PDF documents to Word documents and vice versa is essential.

This position requires independent judgment and self-direction to complete tasks assigned, determine the tools and approach to be used in developing analyses and use judgment in determining the degree to which detail and information is needed to adequately respond to a request. The individual in the position uses their own discretion as to when and how to coordinate with others regarding business transactions and serves as a resource to Institute staff on fiscal matters, providing advice regarding making and implementing decisions regarding grant guidelines and expenditures.

The impact of errors is far-reaching. Errors in grant financial analysis, budget projections, and reporting will adversely affect the business affairs at the University of Nebraska. This individual is required to be proficient and conscientious when representing the Buffett Institute and the University of Nebraska. Administrative review is often necessary before information is released by this position, but the responsibility for error-free detail supporting analytical information rests with the employee.

This position will work extensively with all staff at the Institute, University of Nebraska Office of the President, University Foundation, campus-sponsored programs offices, campus representatives, other affiliate offices, and local, state, and federal entities. The individual must have the ability to work as a member of a team, as well as independently, in a complex environment, and with respect for confidential and sensitive information. This position typically obtains and provides information according to prescribed business and finance practices.

This position reports to the Associate Executive Director for Operations. This position may supervise accounting staff and provides financial guidance to other co-workers

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