Financial Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Details


Job Title
Financial Specialist


Requisition Number
RE56022


Working Title

Department Name
7E000:College of Nursing


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
43


Salary Range
$19.56-31.29/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


AA

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Required Related Experience


5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification


None

Physical Requirements


occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and over 50lbs;

Shift


Monday - Friday days

Job Summary


The College of Nursing at the University of Kentucky is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical financial professional to support the College's financial operations. This position is responsible for processing, reviewing, and reconciling financial transactions for assigned departments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with University policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal requirements.

The position utilizes University financial systems, including SAP, Tableau, MS Excel, and other financial applications, to perform reconciliations, analyze financial data, prepare reports, and assist with resolving complex accounting and financial issues. This role works closely with the College Business Office, departmental personnel, and University partners to support financial reporting, monitor transactions, and provide guidance on financial processes and requirements.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong financial and analytical skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, strong proficiency in MS Excel, and a commitment to excellent customer service. This position also contributes to continuous process improvement, promotes compliance and accountability, and supports the College's mission through effective financial management and collaboration.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities


Windows, MS Office, FES, BW, SAP preferably within a university context: experience in business procedures and/or accounting functions; ability to successfully complete tasks within set deadlines; ability to communicate effectively, predisposition toward accuracy and attention to detail, a high level of professionalism and ability to work in a demanding job environment.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience


Associate Degree + 5 years of experience. Accounting, Finance or Business Management preferred.

Deadline to Apply
10/11/2026


Our University Community


We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.