Job Details

Accounting Specialist II

Position Number: 6062974
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Business - Accounting

Accounting Specialist II

Posting Number: SP004779P
Division/College: AVP Finance
Department: Student Accounts
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

The Accounting Specialist II supports the University of Idahos financial operations by ensuring accurate processing, recording and reconciliation of transactions while assisting students, faculty, staff and external agencies with financial inquiries. This role manages receivables, resolves accounting discrepancies and ensures compliance with university, state and federal regulations.

Position Overview:

The Accounting Specialist II performs a variety of accounting activities that range in level of complexity from clerical accounting duties such as managing receivables and payables, to more complex duties such as reconciling accounts and resolving accounting problems.

Duties may include:

Process, update and maintain various routine accounting records and documents
Prepare accounting statements and billing documents
Enter, retrieve and maintain data on computerized accounting system
Respond to customer inquiries
Reconcile / analyze accounting records for accuracy and completeness
Assist with researching and solving accounting problems
Assist with determining proper classification and coding of income and expenditures
Assist in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and University policy and procedures
Assist customers with University policies and procedures or make referrals as necessary
Collect and record payments; issue receipts
Prepare and make daily bank deposits and manage change funds
Take necessary action to resolve customer problems or discrepancies
Interact with internal and external auditors and participate in auditing projects
May process, update and maintain various complex transactions
Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Two years full-time experience providing financial or business process support within established policies and procedures, including interpreting and applying policies and procedures to practical situations.
Experience using computerized accounting systems or spreadsheet software to compile financial information, prepare summaries and reports.
A Bachelors Degree in accounting or finance may substitute for the above work experience

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

None

Additional Preferred:

Completion of at least one college-level accounting course

Experience:

Experience with governmental fund accounting
Experience working in a complex, decentralized accounting environment
Working in a college or university business office
Experience working in a Financial Institution
Experience in a customer service / support role
Working with a wide range of customers regarding sensitive information

Familiarity with:

FERPA
Banner
Banking Rules and Regulations

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

None

Degree Requirement:
N/A: No degree requirement
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $19.23 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:

1.0

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than March 23, 2025.

In your letter of qualification, using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.

If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at cday@uidaho.edu.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/47382

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.