Job Description
University of Idaho
Accounting Specialist III
Location: Moscow
Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $25.61/hour or higher depending on education and experience
FTE: 1.0
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
This position 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 equivalency
- Four years of full-time experience providing financial or business process support within established policies and procedures, including:
- o interpreting and applying policies and procedures
- o 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:
- Four years of work experience in accounting, budgeting and finance
- An Associates' degree in business or accounting can be substituted for two years of experience; A Bachelors degree in business or accounting can be substituted for four years of experience
- Experience in researching and compiling financial information, and preparing summaries and reports in a spreadsheet application
- Excellent project management skills including proficiency in prioritizing and managing diverse, ongoing projects as well as ability to adhere to deadlines
- Ability to identify and implement creative solutions to problems, working both independently and as a team member and exercising consistent discretion and judgment and keeping confidentiality in all matters
- Good knowledge of enterprise-wide administrative data processing systems
- Demonstrated proactive, strategic and detail-oriented approaches with a strong commitment to quality, efficiency and effectiveness
- Must be a self-starter and can work independently with little or no supervision
- Experience working with csv files, word processing, spreadsheets and database software to develop and automate financial reports
- Experience using Excel, Banner system, Argos system and working in an academic setting
- Familiarity with the land-grant institution and Extension system
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- None
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: SP004583P
Posting Date: 09/10/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
First consideration date for receipt of applications is September 24, 2024.
IMPORTANT: To be considered, your “Letter of Qualification” must address EACH of the minimum 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.
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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Why U of I?
Are you brave and bold? Come be a part of the Vandal family!
Diversity
The University of Idaho is committed to promoting access and inclusion, which is supported by the Office of Equity and Diversity. A variety of programs, services and policies promote our diversity initiatives and contribute to a respectful, responsive environment that supports the entire university population.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes core benefits such as medical, dental, and vision, as well as retirement and other exciting supplemental benefits that enhance the employment experience and life at U of I.
Work/Life Balance
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Employee Assistance Plan: Benefit Services offers a robust employee assistance program that is free and confidential. It provides eligible employees and their families with the opportunity to discuss personal problems with a professional counselor, receive unlimited telephone and Internet access to resource and referral information and obtain other self-help information.
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Time Away from Work: The university offers a generous paid time off package for benefit-eligible employees, as well as 12 paid holidays a year.
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Lactation Rooms: Designated locations across campus offer private rooms and resources for mothers to breastfeed or pump.
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Campus Recreation: Student Recreation Center memberships are available to board-appointed U of I faculty, staff and their spouses. Employees must use payroll deduction for memberships.
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Eligible employees can purchase wellness passes for the Student Recreation Center using payroll deduct.
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Events: Check out what university events are being offered, including seminars, classes, arts/entertainment, and social gatherings.
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Educational Resources: Benefit-eligible employees and their families can enroll in University of Idaho courses at discounted rates using the education benefit.
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U of I Children's Center: University employees have access to a year-round, child-centered child care center, conveniently located on campus. Fees vary depending on age and schedule.
About the area
Located in the beautiful rolling hills of the Palouse, Moscow is a great place to live, work and play! In addition to housing our residential campus, this safe, close-knit community offers amazing restaurants, arts and entertainment, shopping, recreational activities, and breathtaking natural beauty.
Area Resources:
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If you have any questions about pursuing a career at U of I, contact employment@uidaho.edu or 208-885-3611.
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