Posting Details
Position Information Position Number008629Position TitleStudent Accounting Specialist - 008629DivisionFinance and AdministrationDepartment172600 - Student AccountingMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and one year of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Preferred QualificationsHigher education experience is highly preferred. Banner experience is preferred.Job Description SummaryThe University of South Alabama’s Office of Student Accounting is seeking to hire a Student Accounting Specialist. Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position.Essential Functions- Assists in maintaining third party accounts receivable system.
- Assists in processing refunds to students.
- Monitors accounts that are paid by third parties.
- Assists students, parents and third party vendors with payment processing.
- Maintains relationships with third party agencies and complies with their reporting requirements, including invoice and payment submission through their web-based portals.
- Notifies management of any regulatory or contract changes.
- Coordinates with the Financial Aid Office regarding third party resources so they are properly accounted for in students’ resources.
- Maintains a general knowledge of all financial aid rules and regulations as they apply to grants, scholarships and loan programs.
- Assists with student deposits and wire transfers, ensuring proper recording of deposits received and refunded deposits.
- Maintains the return check procedures for bookstore charges applied to third party vendors.
- Processes invoices for return of funds to third party vendors.
- Regular and prompt attendance.
- Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
- Related duties as required.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you at least 18 years of age?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
- * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
- Yes
- No
- * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- * How many years of related experience do you have?
- Less than 1 year
- Between 1 - 3 years
- Between 3 - 5 years
- Between 5 - 7 years
- More than 7 years
- * How did you hear about this position?
- USA website
- Zip Recruiter
- Indeed
- HigherEd Jobs
- Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
- Word of mouth
- Other
Applicant Documents
Required DocumentsOptional Documents- Resume
- Cover Letter
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.
EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyr…. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.
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