Business Specialist III

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004218P
Position Title Business Specialist III
Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department Central District
Location Twin Falls
Posting Context Statement
The Twin Falls Research and Extension Center conducts research and extension projects related to agricultural economics, agricultural waste management, rangelands, weed science and minor use pesticide development.
Collaborative relationships with numerous partners result in a vast array of innovative educational programs. Major research and Extension programs are conducted on agriculture, natural resources, youth, economics and environmental issues.
Position Overview
Responsible for providing complex technical support for daily financial operations by performing a variety of tasks following policies and procedures. In addition to processing a variety of financial transactions and maintaining records, the position compiles data and generates routine and ad hoc financial reports.
Duties may include:
  • Purchasing identified goods and services
  • Submitting invoices and receipts for payment
  • Accepting and recording payments
  • Reconciling purchasing card statements
  • Processing travel claims and reimbursements
  • Tracking transactions through completion in the centralized financial system
  • Filing and maintaining unit-level finance documents
  • Originating personnel actions and processing corrections to pay in the centralized financial system
  • Developing, compiling, and summarizing data for routine reports and ad hoc financial management reports
  • Researching and correcting discrepancies or errors
  • Providing assistance to departments on questions related to invoices, receipts, financial reports and other transactions
  • Researching, analyzing, and making recommendations for management decision making
  • Serving as departmental grant administrator, assisting principal investigator with pre- and post-award financial activities. May participate in budget development and compilation and submission of proposals and project reports
  • Other duties as assigned
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/cals/twin-falls-research-and-extension-center

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Three years providing financial processing support within an electronic finance system.
  • Using spreadsheet software to compile, summarize, analyze, and report on financial data.
  • Interpreting and applying financial stewardship policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Required Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
Required Other
Additional Preferred
  • Over 3 years of related work experience.
  • Three years of progressively responsible job experience and extensive knowledge of the Extension System, College of Agricultural & Life Sciences, the University of Idaho, the State of Idaho, and Idaho agriculture.
  • Knowledge of office and computer hardware and software including spreadsheets, graphics and word processing to include familiarity with Banner, Windows, Word, Excel, and Quicken.
  • Knowledge of fiscal recordkeeping procedures.
  • Ability to work under pressure; willingness to work additional hours; and to take on any assignment and complete it in a quality manner.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of organization and the ability to make decisions based on a thorough understanding of the Center goals and priorities.
  • Ability to be a quick starter and accomplish assigned duties with a minimum amount of supervision.
  • Experience preparing business correspondence; compiling information and developing reports and recommendations for management; planning, organizing and implementing special projects.
  • Exceptional communication skills and ability to effectively handle complaints or problems and deal with dissatisfied individuals; strong writing, editing and computer skills.
  • Ability to work independently and to handle sensitive and confidential material.
  • Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations to daily work.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Degree Requirement N/A: No degree requirement

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range $25.00 per hour, or more depending on education and experience.
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
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 12/05/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by December 19, 2023, will receive first consideration.
IMPORTANT: To be considered, your “Letter of Qualification” must address EACH of the required qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
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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