Position Overview: 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
Required Experience: Two years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a computerized accounting system
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent OR Master’s degree in Accounting
Additional Preferred: Experience working in a complex, decentralized accounting environment; Experience with governmental fund accounting; CPA, CMA, CGFM or other accounting certification
Pay Range: $66,000 annually
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE: 1
Special 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 June 29, 2026.