Accounts Services Specialist, Chief

This is specialized work in coordinating broad accounting functions as well as assisting the administrative supervisor in complex and varied assignments. Work requires the supervision of work distribution to several clerical employees who perform major tasks in the Bursar’s Department. General administrative supervision is received and work is subject to review through conferences and written reports.

• Reviews daily reconciliation reports and prepares the daily deposit of these funds into the College’s master bank account
• Acts as custodian of various change funds, receipt books, payroll checks and other sensitive official documents
• Reconciles and prepares journal entries and disbursement requests to replenish different cash funds
• Serves as the student’s main contact to assist with all types of HigherOne inquiries, including ordering new/replacement cards and updating the student’s data
• Coordinates clerical work assignments to ensure adequate office coverage
• Provides feedback on performance of clerical employees
• Performs related duties as required

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and 4 years of experience in accounting or related field; or an Associate’s degree and six (6) years of related experience or any equivalent combination of experience and/or training
• All educational degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution
• Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures
• Knowledge of online system, and ability to process, research, and review student financial payments
• Knowledge of the principal and practices of accounting and the ability to apply this knowledge to work situations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with other department employees, and to communicate effectively with students and the general public
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and some weekend assignments

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, will receive preference and priority for this job vacancy. In addition, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements outlined in this job vacancy and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.