University of Idaho
Accounting Specialist III
Location: Moscow
Division/College: Auxiliary Services-MID
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $25.
30 per hour or higher depending on experience
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
The Accounting Specialist III 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:
Reconcile, review and approve accounting records and transactions
Make corrections to transactions and databases
Prepare accounting statements, billing documents and financial reports
Analyze accounting records for accuracy and completeness
Research and solve basic accounting problems
Determine proper classification and coding of transactions
Respond to customer inquiries
May prepare periodic and special financial reports
May provide financial management information
Comply with local, state, and federal regulations and University policy and procedures
Assist customers with University policies and procedures
Prepare and issue refunds
Collect and record payments
Take necessary action to resolve customer problems or discrepancies
Interact with internal and external auditors and participate in auditing projects
Recommend changes, improvements in office operations and process automation
Assist with planning and coordinating events and projects
Participate with other team members in training of campus personnel
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Four years full-time experience providing financial or business process support within established policies and procedures, including:
interpreting and applying policies and procedures
at least one year of transaction processing
Experience using computerized accounting systems or spreadsheet software to compile, summarize, analyze and report on financial transactions
Experience in a customer service / support role
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of at least one college-level accounting course with a preference for an Associates Degree or higher in accounting or finance
Experience with:
Governmental fund accounting
Complex, decentralized accounting environment
Working in a college or university business office
Wide range of customers regarding sensitive information
Familiarity with:
FERPA
Banner
Banking rules and regulations
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: SP004200P
Posting Date: 11/21/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
To receive first consideration please submit a letter of qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than December 17, 2023.
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.
The information provided in your letter of qualification will be used to determine eligibility for an interview and demonstrate your communications skills.
If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at cday@uidaho.
edu.
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.
uidaho.
edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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