Business Specialist III

Business Specialist III at University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho, United States Job Description Business Specialist III

Posting Number:

SP005273P

Division/College:

College of Education, Health & Human Sciences

Department:

College of Education, Health & Human Sciences Admin

Location:

Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

This position supports the Department of Curriculum & Instruction and Leadership & Counseling. It is responsible for providing complex technical support for daily financial operations by performing a variety of tasks following policies and procedures. In addition to processing a variety of financial transactions and maintaining records, the position compiles data and generates routine and ad hoc financial reports.

Position Overview:

This 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: Reconcile, review and approve accounting records and transactions Make corrections to transactions and databases Prepare accounting statements, billing documents and financial reports Analyze accounting records for accuracy and completeness Research and solve basic accounting problems Determine proper classification and coding of transactions Respond to customer inquiries May prepare periodic and special financial reports May provide financial management information Comply with local, state, and federal regulations and University policy and procedures Assist customers with University policies and procedures Prepare and issue refunds Collect and record payments Take necessary action to resolve customer problems or discrepancies Interact with internal and external auditors and participate in auditing projects Recommend changes, improvements in office operations and process automation Assist with planning and coordinating events and projects Participate with other team members in training of campus personnel Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Four years full-time experience providing financial or business process support within established policies and procedures, including: interpreting and applying policies and procedures at least one year of transaction processing Experience using computerized accounting systems or spreadsheet software to compile, summarize, analyze and report on financial transactions Experience in a customer service / support role

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

None

Additional Preferred:

Experience with governmental fund accounting Experience working in a complex, decentralized accounting environment Completion of at least one college-level accounting course with a preference for an Associates Degree or higher in accounting or finance

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

None

Degree Requirement:

N/A:

No degree requirement

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Employee Category:

Classified

Pay Range:

$23.81 per hour or higher depending on education and 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:

05/14/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:

Yes Special Instructions to

Applicants:

First Review Date 05/28/2026

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. To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/51560 The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-bb38b512da66b1438d761be818f2e742

Job Posting:

2541327

Posted On:

May 14, 2026

Updated On:

May 14, 2026