Job Description

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
This position performs a variety of accounting activities that range in level of complexity from transactional accounting duties such as managing receivables and payables, to more complex duties such as reconciling accounts and resolving accounting problems. This position will also be responsible for assisting with managerial oversight of some or all of the activities of Accounting Specialists in the accounting unit and may provide backup coverage for the Accounting Manager in their absence.

Duties may include:
Oversee various accounting processes and databases
Develop and monitor departmental budgets
Assist in planning, directing, organizing and scheduling the activities of the unit
Analyze, develop and document accounting and cost procedures and controls
Proxy for senior staff when necessary
Research and monitor compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and University policy and procedures
Assist with developing and delivering training to appropriate audiences within the University on policies, procedures, and practices, and use of accounting systems
Advise customers on University policies and procedures
Compose correspondence and take necessary action to resolve problems or discrepancies
Oversee daily activities of the unit, review and approve transactions
Assist with implementing changes in office operations and process automation
May direct the work of lower-level staff
Other duties as assigned
Unit URL
Division of Finance and Administration (DFA) | University of Idaho
Position Qualifications
Required Experience
Three 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.
At least two years of transactional accounting experience.
Experience using computerized accounting systems or spreadsheet software to compile, summarize, analyze, and report on financial transactions.
Experience in a customer service / support role, including experience leading teams or managing projects.

Required Education
High School Diploma or equivalency
At least one college-level accounting course
Required Other
None
Additional Preferred
Governmental fund accounting experience
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance
Experience leading the work of others, or completion of related management/leadership training