Business Specialist III

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2611581 Business Specialist III Posting Number: SP005452P Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department: Aberdeen Research Center Location: Aberdeen Posting Context Statement: Position Overview: 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. Duties may include: - Purchasing identified goods and services - Submitting invoices and receipts for payment - Accepting and recording payments - Reconciling purchasing card statements - Processing travel claims and reimbursements - Tracking transactions through completion in the centralized financial system - Filing and maintaining unit-level finance documents - Originating personnel actions and processing corrections to pay in the centralized financial system - Developing, compiling, and summarizing data for routine reports and ad hoc financial management reports - Researching and correcting discrepancies or errors - Providing assistance to departments on questions related to invoices, receipts, financial reports and other transactions - Researching, analyzing, and making recommendations for management decision making - Serving as departmental grant administrator, assisting principal investigator with pre- and post-award financial activities. May participate in budget development and compilation and submission of proposals and project reports - Other duties as assigned Required Experience: - Three years providing financial processing support within an electronic finance system - Using spreadsheet software to compile, summarize, analyze and report on financial data - Interpreting and applying financial stewardship policies, procedures, rules and regulations Required Education: - High School Diploma or equivalent Required Other: - None Additional Preferred: - Three years of related work experience - Three years of progressively responsible work experience and working knowledge of the Extension System, College of Agricultural & Life Sciences, University of Idaho, State of Idaho and Idaho agriculture - Working knowledge of office and computer hardware and software, including spreadsheets, graphics, and word-processing applications - Familiarity with Banner, Windows, Word and Excel - Working knowledge of fiscal recordkeeping procedures - Ability to work effectively under pressure, work additional hours as required by the position, and complete assigned duties accurately and within established deadlines - Ability to organize and prioritize work and make decisions based on established Center goals and priorities - Ability to independently initiate assigned tasks and complete duties with limited supervision - Experience preparing business correspondence; compiling information; developing reports and recommendations for management; and planning, organizing and implementing special projects - Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to respond professionally to questions, concerns and complaints - Strong writing, editing and computer skills - Ability to work independently and appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information - Ability to interpret and apply applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations in daily work Physical Requireme nts & Working Conditions: - None Degree Requirement: Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Employee Category: Classified Pay Range: $23.81 per hour, or more depending on education and experience. Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year FTE: 1.0 Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Funding: A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: Uncertain Posting Date: 09/14/2026 Closing Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by September 22, 2026 will receive first consideration. IMPORTANT: To be considered, your "Letter of Qualification" must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substit