University of Idaho

Accountant III, UI Foundation

University of Idaho$80K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent OR Master's degree in accounting
  • Three years of professional accounting experience in financial statement preparation and interpretation
  • Preferred certifications: CPA, CMA, CGFM
  • Experience in not-for-profit or governmental fund accounting
  • Experience with accounting for complex investment assets

Responsibilities

  • Create internal and externally audited financial statements
  • Analyze accounting records for accuracy and oversee classification of income and expenditures
  • Forecast revenue and expenditure trends based on financial record analysis
  • Research and resolve complex accounting issues or discrepancies
  • Apply new accounting standards to financial reporting
  • Interact with internal and external auditors and coordinate audit processes
  • Supervise accounting processes, schedules, and databases

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a higher education environment
  • Potential for career advancement due to leadership responsibilities
  • Engagement with a diverse range of financial operations and accounting standards
  • Involvement in significant financial decision-making for the University Foundation
  • Contribute to the financial integrity of a major institutional entity
Full Job Description
Position Details

Position Information

Internal Posting?

Posting Number
SP005378P

Position Title
Accountant III, UI Foundation

Division/College
University Foundation

Department
University Foundation CFO

Location
Moscow

Position Overview

Working independently or under broad direction, the position performs specialized and complex professional accounting responsibilities using a thorough knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and practices. Work assignments at this level typically include: creation and interpretation of complex financial statements and reports; monitoring and analysis of financial statement trends and variances; analysis of accounting control procedures and recommendation of changes or modifications; training and supervision of clerical, technical, or professional employees engaged in accounting or financial record-keeping work.

Duties may include:
  • Create internal and externally audited financial statements
  • Analyze accounting records for accuracy and completeness; oversee proper classification and coding of income and expenditures
  • Analyze trends of financial records; forecast revenue and expenditure trends
  • Research and resolve complex accounting problems and/or discrepancies
  • Research and apply new accounting standards to financial reporting; evaluate the soundness and adequacy of accounting, financial and other operating controls
  • Research and apply relevant local, state, and federal regulations; prepare, review or approve required returns and reports
  • Lead the calculation of various departmental and University rates
  • Negotiate federal Facilities and Administration (F&A) Rates
  • Coordinate the accounting closing to include processing of external required documentation and all required forms
  • Supervise accounting processes, schedules and databases
  • Perform or review annual reconciliations of various financial statement accounts
  • Review, identify and resolve systems and procedural problems; recommend improvements
  • Take necessary action to resolve customer problems or discrepancies
  • Interact with internal and external auditors; may serve as liaison with external agencies and auditors
  • Coordinate some or all aspects of financial statement audit fieldwork and reporting
  • Other duties as assigned


Unit URL

University of Idaho Foundation | University of Idaho

Position Qualifications

Required Experience
  • Three years of professional accounting experience including:
    • Preparing financial statements
    • Interpreting financial information


Required Education
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or equivalent OR Master's degree in accounting


Required Other
  • None


Additional Preferred
  • CPA, CMA, CGFM or other accounting certification
  • Master's degree in accounting, finance, business/public administration or closely related field
  • Not-for-profit or governmental fund accounting experience
  • Experience leading or directing the work of others
  • Experience with accounting for complex investment asset


Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • None


Degree Requirement
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

Posting Information

FLSA Status
Exempt

Employee Category
Exempt

Pay Range
$80,000 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
07/21/2026

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 August 18th.
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 [email protected].

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.

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