Accounting Specialist II, UI Foundation
Posting Number: SP005387P
Division/College: University Foundation
Department: University Foundation CFO
Location: Moscow
Posting Context Statement:
Guided by its mission to inspire, manage and distribute private
support to enhance the excellence of the University of Idaho, the
UI Foundation strives to elevate the university's impact and
reputation through transformational philanthropy. The Foundation is
defined by four core values: Generosity and Curiosity; One Mission
One Team; Leadership through Integrity and Accountability; and
Dedication to Excellence. By connecting donor generosity with the
university's greatest opportunities, the Foundation helps fuel
student success, advance research and innovation and strengthen the
University of Idaho's future.
Position Overview:
The position 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
Required 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 situations.
- Experience using computerized accounting systems or spreadsheet
software to compile financial information, prepare summaries and
reports.
- A Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance may substitute for
the above work experience
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other:
Additional Preferred:
- Experience in a customer service / support role
- Experience with accounts receivable activities, including the
receipt and deposit of funds
- Using a large integrated database system such as Banner and/or
a Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) software solution
- Manipulating database software to store, retrieve, and compile
information into report format
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Researching and validating constituent information from
multiple sources
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $20.14 per hour or higher, commensurate with
experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE: 1
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this
vacancy: No
Posting Date: 07/28/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants: This position is
not offering Visa sponsorship.
To receive first
consideration, please submit a letter of qualification and current
resume no later than Aug. 11th.
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.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as
final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal
background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52282
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity
employer, including veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
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