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University of Idaho
  • Position Number: 5373743
  • Location: Moscow, ID
  • Position Type: Business and Financial Management


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:
  • 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


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree in accounting, finance or equivalent OR Masters 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:
  • None
None


Required Licensures, Certifications or other


Posting Number: SP004485P

Posting Date: 06/26/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
Please address all the minimum requirements in the Letter of Qualification. Preferential review of applicants to begin on July 10, 2024.

If you would like a full copy of the job description for this position, please contact Kathleen Skovgard at kskovgard@uidaho.edu. To see additional information, please visit the ORED Jobs page here.



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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