Student Accounts Specialist- Provisional

This is an in-person, full-time, 12-month provisional appointment pending satisfactory completion of the Civil Service testing requirement, with a standard workweek of Monday through Friday.

About the role

The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, with strong attention to detail and accuracy. They will have the ability to analyze and organize data, prepare and maintain reports and spreadsheets, and develop proficiency in the Banner Student Information System. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. The role requires strong organizational skills, including adaptability, dependability, multitasking, and the ability to work efficiently and accurately in an environment with frequent interruptions, while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Processes complex financial transactions.
• Processes payments for students and 3rd parties.
• Tracks, audits and monitors a variety of documents related to student accounting.
• Prepares moderately complex reports.
• Responds to telephone and in-person inquiries regarding student accounts and financial status.
• Works with 3rd party collection agencies.

Requirements

• Graduation from a NYS registered or regionally accredited college or university with an Associate's degree in accounting, business, or a closely related field and two years of experience maintaining financial accounts and records; OR
• Completion of 60 credit hours at a NYS registered or regionally accredited college or university which must have included at least eight credit hours in accounting or bookkeeping and two years of experience maintaining financial accounts and records; OR
• Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma and four years of experience maintaining financial accounts and records; OR
• An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of the above options.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $22.44.