Student Accounts Analyst

Student Accounts Analyst

Job Description

Essential Duties Summary

• Provide
  exceptional service by addressing student and parent inquiries, escalating concerns as needed.
• Administer payment plans, process
  tuition adjustments, and reconcile student accounts following institutional policies.
• Cash Receipts: Process tuition payments,
  donations, and other cash receipts, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with financial procedures.
• Perform
  cashiering duties, including processing payments, generating receipts, and ensuring compliance with Federal Title IV
  regulations.
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation to ensure accurate financial
  reporting.
• Assist with third-party invoicing and payment transactions, as well as processing refunds and account
  write-offs.
• Respond to inquiries regarding 1098-T forms, correct records as needed, and issue duplicate tax
  documents.
• Adhere to FERPA and federal cash management regulations, maintaining confidentiality and
  ensuring accurate records.
• Utilize information systems to record and report financial transactions accurately.
• Analyzed
  large datasets from student information, financial systems to identify trends, support decision-making, and improve institutional
  effectiveness.

• Work closely with Financial Aid, Residential
  Life, and the Registrar to resolve student financial matters efficiently.
• Identify opportunities to improve payment processing
  workflows and suggest enhancements to business practices.
• Participate in cross-training initiatives to support departmental coverage
  during peak periods.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Primarily sedentary, involving extended periods of sitting and significant computer use.
• Frequent
  verbal and written communication required.
• Capacity to organize and synthesize detailed information.
• Occasional
  walking/standing required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of higher education, accounting or a related field
  required.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of accounting principles.
• A minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in student
  accounts or a similar customer service role.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly
  Excel.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to handle sensitive information
  confidentially.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles, including reconciliation and reporting.
• Ability to collaborate
  effectively within a team and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work occasional nights and weekends, as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education
  financial services or student accounts management.
• Familiarity with student information systems and financial software
  platforms.
• Knowledge of FERPA, federal regulations, and Title IV cash management rules.

Posting Number: S00447P
Open Date:
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Salary:
$55k-$60k

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, visit https://slc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2523

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