Accounting Specialist II, General Accounting

Accounting Specialist II, General Accounting

Position Title:

Accounting Specialist II, General Accounting

Division/College: AVP Finance

Department:
General Accounting

Location:

Moscow, Idaho

The University of Idaho has a significant investment in fixed assets, such as land, buildings, other improvements, and fixed and movable equipment which are used to accomplish the primary missions of instruction, research and public service.

Our mission is to ensure that University fixed assets are properly recorded to inventory, safeguarded, controlled, disposed of, and accounted for in accordance with federal and state regulations, audit requirements, and government accounting standards.

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.

• Process, update and maintain various routine accounting records and documents
• Prepare accounting statements, billing documents and financial reports
• 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

• 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 Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance may substitute for the above work experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university‑owned vehicles
• Must be willing and able to obtain a forklift certification within 6 months of appointment

• Experience in a customer service / support role
• Experience with governmental fund accounting
• Experience working in a complex, decentralized accounting environment
• Completion of at least one college‑level accounting course

• Ability to push and or pull items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, stoop and lift items regularly

• FLSA Status:
  Non‑Exempt
• Employee Category:
  Classified
• Pay Range: $20.50 per hour or higher commensurate with experience
• Type of Appointment:
  Fiscal Year
• FTE: 1 (Full Time)
• Funding:
  Visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
• Applicants must be able to pass a criminal background check.

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