Job Description
University of Idaho
Accountant II
Location: Moscow
Division/College: University Research
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $57,250 or higher depending on education and experience.
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
Under general supervision, the position performs a range of detailed, moderately complex professional accounting functions. Work assignments at this level typically include: examination, analysis, maintenance, consolidation and reconciliation of financial records; creation and interpretation of financial statements and reports; participation in the development of budgets; may be assigned responsibility to provide training, supervision and/or assistance to other employees.
Duties may include:
- Analyzing accounting records for accuracy and completeness
- Researching and resolving accounting problems and/or discrepancies
- Researching and applying new accounting standards
- Researching and applying relevant local, state, and federal regulations; preparing, reviewing or approving required returns and reports
- Generating standard and custom financial statements and other reports
- Overseeing proper classification and coding of income and expenditures
- Analyzing and forecasting revenue and expenditure trends
- Assisting in calculation of various departmental and University rates
- Analyzing expenditures charged for appropriateness and compliance with University policy and procedures
- Interacting with internal and external auditors and participating in auditing projects
- Recommending improvements in workflows, procedures and processes
- Conducting financial analysis of projects and preparing special reports
- Overseeing and monitoring accounting processes, schedules and databases
- Performing complex reconciliation functions
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent OR Master’s degree in accounting
- Two years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a computerized accounting system
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a complex, decentralized accounting environment
- Experience with governmental fund accounting
- CPA, CMA, CGFM or other accounting certification
- Experience working with the Banner Financial System
- Experience working in an area of Grant & Contract financial accounting or sponsored research
- administration
- Establishing and monitoring internal controls
- Interpreting, explaining, and applying laws, regulations, and policies
- Assisting in the education of individuals in policy and procedures
- Assessing risk and conducting audits to ensure compliance
- Monitoring and evaluating account activity
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: SP004167P
Posting Date: 10/23/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
Preferential review of applicants will begin on November 6, 2023.
Please address each required qualification in your Letter of Qualification.
For a copy of the full job description, please contact Kathleen Skovgard at kskovgard@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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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:
The University of Idaho also provides state-wide impact through other campus locations including:
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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Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, chair / department head jobs, and other faculty jobs and professional and administrative staff employment opportunities with the University of Idaho and at other institutions of higher education in the region on AcademicCareers.com
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