Accountant II

Ames, IA

Full time

R19872

Position Title:Accountant II

Job Group:Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience

Job Description:

The Accounts Receivable Office at Iowa State University is seeking candidates for an Accountant II position.

This role will support a broad range of Accounts Receivable accounting, reporting, training, and project work. Key responsibilities include:

• Reconcile, review, and provide oversight of university, federal, and private funds to support compliance with applicable policies and requirements.

• Oversee all fiscal aspects of the department including reconciliation, operational accounting journals, cash management, regulatory compliance, and revenue and expense allocations.

• Support departmental and internal office training through the development and maintenance of training materials, procedures, and resources that promote consistent Accounts Receivable practices.

• Perform financial analysis and prepare reporting that supports regulatory requirements, leadership decision-making, department operations, audit requests, and university financial activity.

• Lead projects that enhance Accounts Receivable processes, systems, reporting, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Provide customer service on topics of billing, fi nancial aid, and payment options to students, parents, employees, external customers, and university departments.

A successful candidate will understand fiscal controls and accounting systems and be comfortable working through complex accounting and operational processes. This position is expected to balance daily accounting responsibilities with project-based assignments, including improving processes, maintaining documentation, supporting campus training, and partnering with others to implement changes. The candidate must be able to manage competing priorities, communicate clearly in writing and verbally, work independently and collaboratively, and build effective working relationships across campus.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldExperience with and knowledge of accounting principles and account reconciliationExperience with financial software systemsExperience with project managementExperience developing and delivering training, presentations, and instructional materials to end users

For more information about the Accounts Receivable office, please visit: Accounts Receivable (https://www.ubill.iastate.edu/)

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration, applications should be received by September 27, 2026.

Why Choose Iowa State University?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans

• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

• Life insurance and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Various voluntary benefits and discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Pay Grade:PS808

Original Posting Date: September 11, 2026

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:R19872

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

Current employees (excluding temporary, student and graduate assistants) must apply through the Workday Internal Careers Hub (https://www.myworkday.com/isu/d/task/2998$46522.htmld?reloadToken=892f884ef9c2fa7e5e6257ecf4e9e942f7aa1a12df75918c6ce41bc78e123167) .

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.