Bursar

Eastern Kentucky University

Title: Bursar

Position Type:
Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External – minimum 7 days

Department: 68R000 –
University Business Services

Division: 4R0000 – Financial Affairs

Position Location:
Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule
Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week:

Additional Schedule
Details:

Posted Salary Grade: Exempt – G27

Retirement: KTRS

Contact
Person:

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Bursar provides strategic leadership and oversight for the
institution’s student accounts, cashiering, collection, billing, and operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of all
tuition, fee, and related financial transactions. This position plays a vital role in supporting the University’s administrative and student
service functions through the timely and accurate billing, collection, and reconciliation of student accounts.

The Bursar is
responsible for managing tuition and fee assessments, approving account adjustments, processing student refunds, and overseeing the receipt
and disbursement of institutional and financial aid funds. The incumbent ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and
institutional regulations, including reporting and audit requirements, and maintains robust internal controls to safeguard institutional
assets.

As the institutional expert on student account policies and procedures, the Bursar provides guidance to students, families,
and campus stakeholders. This position collaborates closely with offices such as Financial Aid, Registrar, and Finance to resolve complex
account issues, enhance business processes, and promote a positive student experience.

The Bursar also supervises departmental staff,
manages the operation and maintenance of student financial systems, and prepares reports to support financial planning and decision-making.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, a commitment to customer service, and the ability to implement process
improvements that strengthen the institution’s administrative and financial operations.

Minimum
Qualifications

Education: Bachelor degree required. Accounting, Finance, or related field of study
preferred.

MBA, MPA, or Masters in Accounting or other related business field is preferred.

Experience: 5
years of related work experience is required.

Progressive management and leadership experience in higher education billing &
collections preferred.

Licensure & Certifications:

Preferred
Qualifications:

Job Duties:

• 30% – Provide leadership and direction for the Student
  Accounts/Bursar’s Office, including supervision, training, and evaluation of departmental staff. Collaborate with Financial Aid, Registrar,
  Housing, Finance, and other administrative offices to ensure the integrity of student financial records and coordinated service deliver –
  (Essential)
• 20% – Manage all aspects of student billing, tuition and fee assessment, payment processing, and account reconciliation
  to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions. Oversee the disbursement of financial aid and refunds in compliance with institutional
  and regulatory requirements. – (Essential)
• 20% – Serve as the institutional authority on student account policies, federal and
  state regulations, and guide students, families, and internal stakeholders to resolve complex billing and payment issues. Develop,
  implement, and maintain policies and procedures governing student accounts, collections, and cash management to ensure efficiency, accuracy,
  and strong internal control – (Essential)
• 20% – Prepare, analyze, and present financial and operational reports to support
  institutional planning, audit readiness, and compliance with federal and state regulations. Oversee system operations for student billing
  and financial software (e.g., Banner, Transact, etc), ensuring data accuracy and process efficiency. – (Essential)
• 10% –
  Participate in institutional committees and initiatives to enhance the student financial experience and improve administrative operations.
  Lead and support initiatives focused on continuous improvement, customer service excellence, and professional development within the
  department – (Essential)

Sponsorship: {GenericListType_sponsorship}

Funding Source:
Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:

EEO
Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate
on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity,
disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or
activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check
Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

To apply, please visit: https://careers.eku.edu/jobs/bursar-richmond-campus-kentucky-united-states-5c869c01-c0ca-4191-8490-d5e3af
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