Location: Moscow
Division/College: Controller
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $80,000 per year or higher depending on education and experience
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
The position manages and represents a distinct accounting unit internally and externally, coordinating initiatives and problem resolution with other units. The position oversees, manages and/or supervises the operation of assigned areas involved with various accounting functions; maintains and monitors effective internal controls to ensure accurate financial information, safeguards University assets, and complies with regulations, accounting standards, and University policy; develops and implements strategic planning consistent with the University's mission and strategic plan; approves, develops, and/or implements methods, procedures, controls, systems, and standards for efficient, effective, timely and accurate operations; conducts general analysis and recommends and implements policy and procedures to improve related accounting and administrative functions; performs a variety of complex accounting functions.

• Make decisions regarding hiring, training, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees
• Plan, direct, organize and schedule the activities of one or more specialized accounting functions
• Analyze, develop and document accounting and cost procedures and controls related to assigned tasks
• Research, interpret and ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and University policies; prepare or review required returns or reports
• Provide operating cost visibility, direction and consultation to University officials relative to fiscal planning, control, and expending of university assets
• Prepare and/or direct the preparation of financial reports, special statistical reports, detailed cost accounting information, surveys or analyses of a complex and difficult nature for management
• Provide internal/external training both orally and in writing on accounting systems, procedures and practices
• Interpret accounting data, analyze reports and recommend and/or initiate actions to be taken
• Develop and maintain collaborations and communications across financial units and the University to coordinate and facilitate the unit's work
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in accounting or finance OR a Masters degree in Accounting
• Four additional years of accounting experience may substitute for the degree requirement

• Five years of accounting experience
• Two years of experience in accounts payable processing
• Experience supervising the work of others or leading project teams to accomplish shared goals

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in accounting, finance, business/public administration or closely related field
• CPA, CMA, CFGM or other related certification
• Some governmental fund accounting experience
• Experience in computer-based fund accounting system in a university setting
• Completion of supervisory training

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
None
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: SP003735P
Posting Date: 01/06/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
Please apply via Another Source:https://careers-anothersource.icims.com/jobs/100952/accounts-payable-manager-university-of-idaho/job?mode=job&iis=SOURCE&iisn=EmployerWebsite
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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