Internal Posting? Posting Number SP005387P Position Title Accounting Specialist II, UI Foundation 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
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 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
None
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
Posting Information
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
