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Accounting Specialist II, Accounts PayablePosition Title - Accounting Specialist II, Accounts PayableDivision/College - Finance and PlanningDepartment - Accounts PayableLocation - MoscowPosting Context Statement - Accounts Payable and Travel Service's main role is to process payments on behalf of the University. This position will work directly with all team members, as well as the Accounts Payable Manager to ensure all functions and reconciliation of payments are processed in a timely manner.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 documentsPrepare accounting statements, billing documents and financial reportsEnter, retrieve and maintain data on computerized accounting systemRespond to customer inquiriesReconcile / analyze accounting records for accuracy and completenessAssist with researching and solving accounting problemsAssist with determining proper classification and coding of income and expendituresAssist in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and University policy and proceduresAssist customers with University policies and procedures or make referrals as necessaryCollect and record payments; issue receiptsPrepare and make daily bank deposits and manage change fundsTake necessary action to resolve customer problems or discrepanciesInteract with internal and external auditors and participate in auditing projectsMay process, update and maintain various complex transactionsOther duties as assignedUnit URL - Division of Finance and Administration (DFA) | University of IdahoPosition QualificationsRequired 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 situationsExperience using computerized accounting systems or spreadsheet software to compile financial information, prepare summaries and reportsA Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance may substitute for the above work experienceRequired Education - High School Diploma or equivalentRequired Other - NoneAdditional Preferred - Experience in a customer service / support roleExperience with governmental fund accountingExperience working in a complex, decentralized accounting environmentCompletion of at least one college-level accounting coursePhysical Requirements & Working Conditions - NoneDegree Requirement - Listed degree qualification is required at time of hireFLSA Status - Non-ExemptEmployee Category - ClassifiedPay Range - $24.00 per hour or higher, commensurate with experienceType of Appointment - Fiscal YearFTE - 1Full Time/Part Time - Full TimeFundingA visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. - NoPosting Date - 10/02/2026Closing DateOpen Until Filled - YesSpecial 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 October 16, 2026. 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 Resources - 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.Required DocumentsResume/CVList of ReferencesLetter of QualificationOptional DocumentsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Academic CareersAssociation of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)ChronicleFacebookHigherEd/Academic ImpressionsHigher Ed JobsIdaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)Indeed.comInside Higher EdLinkedInNewspaperOther VenueProfessional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)University of Idaho WebsiteUniversity of Idaho Daily RegisterUniversity of Idaho EmployeeWord of MouthMilitaryjob.comDSPSjobs.comHigher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)* 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)* Are you currently authorized to work in the United States of America? YesNo* Do you now, or in the future require sponsorship through the University of Idaho to continue working in the United States? YesNo
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moscow, ID, 83843, US
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