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Accounting Specialist II, General Accounting

Position Number: 7145088
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Business - Accounting

Accounting Specialist II, General Accounting

Posting Number: SP005263P
Division/College: AVP Finance
Department: General Accounting
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

The University of Idaho has a significant investment in fixed assets, such as land, buildings, other improvements, and fixed and moveable 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.

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, 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
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:

Must possess a valid drivers 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

Additional Preferred:

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

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

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

Degree Requirement:
N/A: No degree requirement
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $20.50 per hour or higher commensurate with experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE:

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 05/08/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

This in-person position is based in Moscow, Idaho and not offering Visa sponsorship.

To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than May 22nd.

In your letter of qualifications ( human-resources-letter-of-qualification-template.docx ) 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/51509

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