Job Description
Accountant II
Posting Number: SP005310P
Division/College: AVP Finance
Department: General Accounting
Location: Moscow
Posting Context Statement:
Position Overview:
Duties may include:
- Analyze accounting records for accuracy and completeness
- Research and resolve accounting problems and/or discrepancies
- Research and apply new accounting standards
- Research and apply relevant local, state, and federal regulations; Prepare, review or approve required returns and reports
- Generate standard and custom financial statements and other reports
- Oversee proper classification and coding of income and expenditures
- Analyze and forecast revenue and expenditure trends
- Assist in calculation of various departmental and University rates
- Analyze expenditures charged for appropriateness and compliance with University policy and procedures
- Interact with internal and external auditors and participate in auditing projects
- Recommend improvements in workflows, procedures and processes
- Conduct financial analysis of projects and prepare special reports
- Oversee and monitor accounting processes, schedules and databases
- Perform complex reconciliation functions
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- Two years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a computerized accounting system
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent OR Master’s degree in Accounting
Required Other:
- None
Additional Preferred:
- Experience working in a complex, decentralized accounting environment
- Experience with governmental fund accounting
- CPA, CMA, CGFM or other accounting certification
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- None
Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $66,000 annually
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: 06/08/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than June 29, 2026.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:
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Why U of I?
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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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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.
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