Accounting Specialist II, Accounts Payable

University of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho, invites applications for an Accounting Specialist II in Accounts Payable. The role supports financial and business processes within the Accounts Payable team, processing payments and ensuring accurate accounting records and reporting.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) with the possibility of substituting a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance for relevant experience, and at least two years of related work experience.

Qualifications

• Two years full-time experience providing financial or business process support within established policies and procedures.
• Experience using computerized accounting systems or spreadsheet software to compile financial information, prepare summaries and reports.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance may substitute for the above work experience.

Responsibilities

• 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 in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and University policy and procedures.
• Collect and record payments; issue receipts.

Skills

Two years experience

Accounting software

Spreadsheet skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (substitute for experience)

Job description

Accounting Specialist II, Accounts Payable

Posting Number: SP005470P

Division/College: Finance and Planning

Department: Accounts Payable

Location: Moscow

Posting 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 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:

• None

Additional Preferred:

• 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

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• None

Degree Requirement: Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $24.00 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: 10/02/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.