Bursar

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

The Bursar is responsible for Student Accounts Office and for overseeing the Assistance Bursar, Accountant I, Third Party Specialist, and Accounts Receivable Specialists. The Bursar provides reports, quarterly and yearly, to the Board of Regents and the university. They manage and oversee the operations of student, faculty, and staff accounts. Ensures compliance with University, state, and federal regulations and standard accounting procedures. Responsibilities

• Analyzes student accounts. Assists students with issues by email, phone, and Microsoft Teams. Resolves escalated account issues.
• Oversees the purge process for nonpayment and student reinstatement. Provides Enrollment Management assistance with drops and reinstatements.
• Manages the student refunding process, accounts receivable, and third-party billing. Assists Specialists and Accountants. Processes refunds in a timely manner. Bills for third party contracts.
• Invoices student accounts and ASU Foundation accounts.
• Reconciles all Banner accounts receivable, scholarship, and clearing accounts.
• Ensures compliance with University, state, and federal regulations and standard accounting procedures. Attends regular meetings to ensure the University is compliant with current regulations
• Processes 1098t forms for students. Explains the form to students and parents. Provides general guidance for students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting Required Experience
5 to 8 years experience in Accounting

2 years of experience using a computer with relevant software like Microsoft Office Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience

ABILITIES
Ability to solve problems
Ability to collaborate with other University departments
Ability to maintain confidentiality KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of Banner, Peoplesoft, and Microsoft Office
Knowledge of Financial Accounting standards and policies
Knowledge of Board of Regents policies and procedures SKILLS
Skilled in customer service
Skilled in oral and written communication
Skilled in leadership Contact Information

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All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at . Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at .