Military Billing Counselor
Excelsior University · Albany, NY · 2 mo ago
HybridOTHR$41k–$42k/yrFull-time
Duties And Responsibilities
- Review and process Military Tuition Assistance authorizations (e.g., ArmyIgnitED, MyCAA, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard).
- Ensure correct tuition and fee rates are applied to student accounts in compliance with DoD policies and university procedures.
- Updating student accounts to ensure accurate tuition rates and adjusting accounts when needed.
- Reconcile student accounts related to TA payments; research and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Proactively monitor and track TA submissions to ensure timely processing prior to course start dates.
- Notify students of any missing documentation, incomplete TA forms, or discrepancies that may impact their billing or enrollment.
- Cook with course details, such as start/end dates and credit hours, required for TA authorization and invoicing.
- Stay informed of changes to DoD and service branch policies regarding TA eligibility, rates, caps, and invoicing requirements.
- Participate in ongoing training and compliance updates related to military education benefits and student account management.
- Assist with all assigned work queues, email and message center communications.
- Support the collection of required documentation and processing of forms related to Veterans Benefits and Tuition Assistance.
- Support the development of the whole student by providing excellent customer service and resolution of issues through telephone, email, and preparation of written correspondence.
Qualifications
- Average degree in a relevant field (e.g., finance, business, education).
- Previous experience in financial aid administration or related field preferred.
- Knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to interpret and explain complex financial information to diverse audiences.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Experience in PowerFAIDS preferred.
Pay
The hiring salary range for this position is $40,875- 42,000.00. The hiring salary range above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting.