Assistant Bursar

As a member of the finance and administration team, the Assistant to the Bursar will perform tasks in the Student Accounts and Accounts Receivable areas.

As a member of the finance and administration team, the Assistant to the Bursar will perform tasks in the Student Accounts and Accounts Receivable areas.

Assistant Bursar

Pay Status and Classification : Exempt, Regular full-time

Supervisor : Bursar

Position Purpose : Provide oversight of Student Receivables, including responsibility for billing and collection. Act as a key liaison between the student, their family and the campus community.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties :

Manage the Student Account Receivables which involves the billing and collection of tuition and fees.

Communicating with students and their families via phone, email, mail or in person to investigate and resolve customer queries, inclusive of third party invoicing.

Monitor Federal Regulations for higher education accounts receivable compliance.

Carry out billing, collection, and reporting activities according to specific deadlines.

Process adjustments to accounts as needed.

Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities; communicate past due accounts to students and their families to ensure that aged transactions are settled in a timely fashion; process late payment fees and registration holds as needed.

Process student health insurance billing and waivers; process institutional loan requirements for student accounts.

Collaborate with different departments on campus to ensure the accuracy of billing details, maintain up to date billing system.

Process transactions in the General Ledger.

Process student account refunds.

Identify opportunities for process improvements.

Backup Accounts Receivable specialist / Cashier support.

Additional supplemental Bursar support as needed(ex : general ledger transmittal, financial aid support).

Qualifications :

Candidate must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or an Associate’s Degree with commensurate experience

5 years Bookkeeping / Accounts Receivable experience preferred

Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills strongly desired

Must have strong attention to detail, and excellent written and oral communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Google Suite and other internet applications

Ellucian Colleague experience a plus

Must be safety conscious and able to work with a diverse group of individuals

Compensation :

The annual salary rate for this position is $60,405.80. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage / salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate / range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate / range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location : Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including :

Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)

Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs

Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development

Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan

Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability

Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and / or Dependents

Background Checks : In accordance with our background check policy () , finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation : Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify () and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar) () .

Union College

Officially chartered in 1795, Union College is the fifth-oldest liberal arts college in the country. Located in the Capital District of New York State, Union is a highly selective residential and undergraduate college, home to 2,200 students and 220 faculty, and offering 44 majors. Union was the first liberal arts college to rethink the traditional liberal arts education and adopt an engineering curriculum. That pioneering approach continues today with an education that encourages students to work beyond the limits of disciplinary boundaries, allowing them to think globally and lead innovatively in a world where problem-solving requires breadth across humanities, arts, social sciences, science, and engineering.

Accommodations

If you require an accommodation throughout the interview process, please don't hesitate to contact our Human Resources department at hr@union.edu or 518-388-6108. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have equal access to opportunities and can participate in a fair and inclusive hiring process.

Diversity at Union College

Union College is an equal-opportunity employer and is strongly committed to student and workforce diversity. Increasing diversity on campus is a critical priority for Union, one that is integral to our mission of preparing students for a globally interconnected world. Union provides a blend of intellectual, social, and cultural opportunities to facilitate the integrated academic, social, and personal development of a diverse community. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, and veteran status. Union College is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to individuals with disabilities who request such accommodations.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Union College will not discriminate in the recruitment or selection of faculty and employees, or in any other area of employment, on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and veteran status. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. Union College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity.