What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant, Bursar Services position at Northeast Ohio Medical University?
Senior Accountant, Bursar Services
Position Type : Admin / Professional
Department : Accounting
Full or Part Time : Full Time
Pay Grade : MN9
Summary :
This position is responsible for all student accounts including billing, day-to-day operations, federal loan disbursement and reconciliation, collection activities, and refunds. Ensures integrity, accuracy, confidentiality, and maintenance of student financial records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Principal Functional Responsibilities :
Student Billing and Collections : Responsible for the billing of student tuition and fees, including third party payers. Establishes the tuition and fee billing schedule, reconciles student tuition / fee deposits and assesses late fees on student accounts. Sets up student payment plans.
Student Loans : Coordinates student loan collections, conducts exit interviews and manages communication and account reconciliation between NEOMED and loan servicer. Responds to requests for and approves deferment and forbearance applications. Contacts delinquent student loan borrowers for collection and responds to inquiries.
Customer Service : Works with students to make payments on their accounts. Assists students with questions related to their bill and payment.
Reporting and Tax : Responsible for the preparation and filing of quarterly and annual financial reports. Prepares annual 1098T tax returns.
Financial Reconciliation and Analysis : Prepares monthly, quarterly, and year-end reconciliations and analysis on various financial accounts. Prepares and submits journal entries with appropriate support.
Compliance and Audit Support : Ensures that the University is compliant with all University, federal, state, and local policies and procedures. Prepares documentation and analysis and acts as a liaison with auditors for the annual financial statement audit.
Miscellaneous Duties : Maintains thorough understanding of various ERP modules from a functional perspective. Maintains job knowledge by keeping current with University policies and accounting standards. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years of accounting, accounts receivable, or collections experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Excel.
Preferred Qualifications :
Physical Requirements :
Must be able to utilize a phone, computer, and other office equipment.
Department Specific Information : Accounting_Specific_Information
To apply, visit https : / / neomed.peopleadmin.com / postings / 5153
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