Accounts Receivable Coordinator (Accounting Technician III)

About the role

The Accounts Receivable Coordinator plays a key role in supporting San Diego State University’s student financial operations by overseeing third-party billings and special student programs. This position is responsible for billing external agencies for student tuition and fees, applying authorized waivers, managing exchange program accounts, and generating monthly billing statements for students with outstanding balances.

Responsibilities

• Manage third-party billing for student tuition and fees each academic term, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with CSU and university policies.
• Apply and reconcile tuition and fee waivers and oversee billing for outgoing and incoming student exchange programs.
• Generate and distribute monthly billing statements and resolve student account discrepancies.
• Review, analyze, and reconcile accounting records involving multiple transactions, funds, and programs in accordance with GAAP.
• Utilize integrated financial, student accounting, cashiering, and financial aid systems to support accounts receivable operations.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to four years of progressively responsible financial record-keeping experience which has provided the above knowledge and abilities.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Skills

• Ability to investigate, trace, and correct errors and discrepancies and to read and interpret computer-generated financial reports.
• Ability to work independently, follow written rules and regulations, and make sound decisions and recommendations related to accounting activities.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and maintain professional, courteous working relationships while exercising tact, discretion, and good judgment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial record-keeping, mathematical principles, and general office methods, procedures, and practices, including working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency in using word processing and spreadsheet software, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems, and records management systems such as student accounting, cashiering, and student financial aid systems.

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Compensation Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department’s budget and equity guidelines.

Pay

$4,570 – $6,658 per month (Step 1 – Step 20)

Schedule

Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

Department Summary

San Diego State University is a dynamic institution where employees contribute to meaningful work that supports student success and major campus initiatives. The Division of Business and Financial Affairs (BFA) plays a key role in large-scale projects such as Snapdragon Stadium and the my.SDSU system. Within BFA, the Department of Financial Operations oversees the University’s financial and budgetary controls and includes areas such as Budget and Finance, Audit, Shared Services, and the University Controller’s Office. This includes the University Bursar’s Office, Accounting Services, Financial Reporting, and Financial Systems Management and Analysis The University Controller manages the institution’s financial systems, including budgets, revenues, and expenditures across all funds. This office oversees accounting, financial reporting, transaction processing, and compliance with regulatory and GAAP standards, ensuring accurate analysis, reconciliation, and reporting of all University financial activity. The University Bursar’s Office provides essential student-facing financial services, including billing, collections, cashiering, and direct deposit processing. Working closely with the Student Financial Center and Financial Aid Office, the Bursar ensures that student financial transactions are handled accurately, efficiently, and with a strong focus on customer service. For more information regarding the University Bursar’s Office, click here .