Accounting Specialist II, General Accounting

Accounting Specialist II, General Accounting

Position Details

Position Title - Accounting Specialist II, General Accounting

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. Our mission is to ensure that University fixed 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 II 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:

• Process, update and maintain various routine accounting records and documents
• Prepare accounting statements, billing documents and financial reports
• Enter, retrieve and maintain data on computerized accounting system
• Respond to customer inquiries
• Reconcile / analyze accounting records for accuracy and completeness
• Assist with researching and solving accounting problems
• Assist with determining proper classification and coding of income and expenditures
• Assist in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and University policy and procedures
• Assist customers with University policies and procedures or make referrals as necessary
• Collect and record payments; issue receipts
• Prepare and make daily bank deposits and manage change funds
• Take necessary action to resolve customer problems or discrepancies
• Interact with internal and external auditors and participate in auditing projects
• May process, update and maintain various complex transactions
• Other duties as assigned

Unit URL - Division of Finance and Administration (DFA) | University of Idaho

Position Qualifications

Required Experience - Two years full-time experience providing financial or business process support within established policies and procedures, including interpreting and applying policies and procedures to practical situations

Experience using computerized accounting systems or spreadsheet software to compile financial information, prepare summaries and reports

A Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance may substitute for the above work experience

Required Education - High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other - Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles

Must be willing and able to obtain a forklift certification within 6 months of appointment

Additional Preferred - Experience in a customer service / support role

Experience with governmental fund accounting

Experience working in a complex, decentralized accounting environment

Completion of at least one college-level accounting course

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 regularly

Degree Requirement - N/A: No degree requirement

FLSA Status - Non-Exempt

Employee Category - Classified

Pay Range - $20.50 per hour or higher commensurate with experience

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 - 05/08/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled - Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants - This in-person position is based in Moscow, Idaho and not offering Visa sponsorship. To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than May 22nd. In your letter of qualifications (human-resources-letter-of-qualification-template.docx) using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align. If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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 is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. List of References
3. Letter of Qualification

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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   • Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)
   • Chronicle
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   • HigherEd/Academic Impressions
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)
   • Indeed.com
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • LinkedIn
   • Newspaper
   • Other Venue
   • Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)
   • University of Idaho Website
   • University of Idaho Daily Register
   • University of Idaho Employee
   • Word of Mouth
   • Militaryjob.com
   • DSPSjobs.com
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
2. * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department. (Open Ended Question)