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Accountant II
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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.