Accountant I – Student Accounting

Austin Community College; Arkansas; On-site; USD 41,744 - 51,021; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking an Accountant I responsible for arranging billing for students receiving financial support and assisting with reconciliations. This position requires an associate's degree and at least three years of experience in fiscal operations. Preferred qualifications include experience in an accounting or billing office, and familiarity with higher education financials. The role offers a salary of $46,383 and requires reliable attendance and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in fiscal operations.
• Experience in an accounting or billing office preferred.
• Experience with student financials in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Arrange billing of government or private agencies for students.
• Assist with reconciliations in the office.
• Provide assistance with general student account analysis.

Skills

Accounting ledgers and journals

Microsoft Office

Customer service techniques

Clear communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in general business or related field

Tools

Excel

Workday

UAConnect (Peoplesoft)

Transact (formerly CashNET)

BankMobile

Job description

This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.

Summary of Job Duties:

The Accountant I is responsible for arranging billing of government or private agencies on behalf of University of Arkansas students receiving financial support for their studies. This position is also responsible for assisting with reconciliations that occur in the office. This would include things like financial aid, clearing accounts, tuition, loan programs, and accounts receivable.

In this role, the Accountant I must communicate with both students and the representatives of the sponsoring agencies along with Financial Aid, and use spreadsheets that will need to be maintained to track data for reporting and reconciling. They will provide assistance with general student account analysis and customer service in order to help fulfill the mission of the Treasurer's Office.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

• The formal education equivalent of an associate's degree in general business, business management, or a related field
• At least three years of experience in fiscal operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an accounting or billing office
• Experience with student financials in higher education
• Experience with Excel
• Experience with payment application for accounts receivable
• Experience with graduate assistant tuition waivers
• Experience with the University of Arkansas systems: Workday, UAConnect (Peoplesoft), Transact (formerly CashNET), and BankMobile from the administrative side
• Experience with the Customer application in Workday Financials

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting ledgers and journals
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer technology related to accounting systems
• Ability to interpret and apply provisions of laws, rules, or policies to specific situations
• Ability to review and analyze financial information
• Knowledge of customer service techniques
• Ability to conduct research and perform basic quantitative quality assurance reviews
• Ability to communicate using clear communication skills which could include but not be limited to the following methods: personal face-to-face contact; using e-mail or other written correspondence; and through telephone contact

Salary Information:

$46,383

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, [e-mail]