Accounting Specialist III

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 13 days ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004392P
Position Title Accounting Specialist III
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.
Asset Accounting’s mission is to ensure that University 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 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
Unit URL
Asset Accounting – Division of Finance and Administration | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu)

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • 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
Required Education
  • High school diploma or equivalency
Required Other
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles.
  • Ability to obtain forklift certification within 6 months of appointment.
Additional Preferred
  • Experience with governmental fund accounting
  • Experience working in a complex, decentralized accounting environment
  • Completion of at least one college-level accounting course with a preference for an Associate’s Degree or higher in accounting or finance
  • Experience with accounting for assets
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 reguarly
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range $23.81 per hour
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No
Posting Date 04/17/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
The first consideration date for applications is May 1, 2024. Please use details and examples in your letter of qualification to address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.
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.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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