Accountant II

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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, financial 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 field

Experience with and knowledge of accounting principles and account reconciliation

Experience with financial software systems

Experience with project management

Experience developing and delivering training, presentations, and instructional materials to end users

For more information about the Accounts Receivable office, please visit: Accounts Receivable

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.

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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 website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.