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University of Idaho Accounting Specialist II, Accounts Payable in Moscow, Idaho
This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2521932

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rAccounting Specialist II, Accounts Payable
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rPosting Number: SP005219P
rDivision/College: AVP Finance
rDepartment: Accounts Payable
rLocation: Moscow
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rPosting Context Statement:
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Accounts Payable and Travel Services 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.
rrPosition Overview:
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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
rrRequired Experience:
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- 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 Bachelors Degree in accounting or finance may substitute for the above work experience
rrRequired Education:
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- High School Diploma or equivalent
rrRequired Other:
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- None
rrAdditional Preferred:
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- 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
rrPhysical Requirements & Working Conditions:
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- None
rrDegree Requirement:
rN/A: No degree requirement
rrFLSA Status: Non-Exempt
rEmployee Category: Classified
rPay Range: \$ 42,640 annually or higher commensurate with experience
rType of Appointment: Fiscal Year
rFTE:
1
rFull Time/Part Time: Full Time
rFunding:
rA visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
rPosting Date: 04/01/2026
rClosing Date:
rOpen Until Filled: Yes
rSpecial 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 April 8th.
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 cday@uidaho.edu.
rApplicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources{target="_blank"}
rBackground Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
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rTo apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/51222
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The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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