Accountant
@ University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA
$42,392
On Site
Full Time
Posted 22 hours ago

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About the Role

The University of Iowa Accounts Payable Department is seeking a qualified Accountant to support various accounts payable duties, with an emphasis on evaluating and resolving voucher match exceptions on Purchase Orders and Ghost Cards.

Duties Include

  • Oversee the AP Receiving shared email account and respond professionally.
  • Analyze and monitor key performance indicators for Accounts Payable.
  • Assist with identifying opportunities for automation.
  • Support monthly accounting reports preparation.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field (or equivalent), at least 6 months experience in Accounting/Accounts Payable, proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), excellent written and verbal communication, strong organizational and analytical skills.

Desirable: Experience with automated accounting systems, familiarity with PeopleSoft, APPO, ePro, ProTrav, and understanding of University business processes.

Position Details

This is a full-time position with a 100% remote work arrangement within Iowa, scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Salary is $42,392 and may be commensurate with experience.

Applicants must submit a Resume and Cover Letter as relevant files. Successful candidates will also be subject to background checks and reference checks.

About the University of Iowa

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming part of the Hawkeye community. Enjoy excellent benefits including health coverage, university-paid life insurance, retirement plans, generous leave policies, and professional growth opportunities such as advanced training and tuition assistance.

Key skills/competency

  • Accounts Payable
  • Voucher Exceptions
  • Automation
  • Monthly Reporting
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • PeopleSoft
  • Analytical Skills
  • Communication
  • Organizational

How to Get Hired at University of Iowa

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research University of Iowa: Review the culture, mission, and values.
  • Customize your resume: Tailor for accounts payable roles.
  • Highlight technical skills: Emphasize Microsoft Office and automation experience.
  • Prepare for behavioral questions: Focus on teamwork and problem solving.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Microsoft Excel functions.
Practice automating accounting tasks.
Learn PeopleSoft basics.
Update knowledge on AP systems.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork experience in accounting.
Explain handling multiple tasks.
Discuss problem solving in past roles.
Share experience with customer service.

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