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Accountant II
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Position Number: 4775417
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Business - Accounting

University of Idaho

Accountant II

Location: Moscow, Off Campus Location - Remote/Hybrid Work Option Available-U.S. Only

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:

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:

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 29, 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.