Accountant - Office of the Bursar Fee Assessor Team

Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University Park is seeking a full-time Accountant on the Fee Assessor Team within the Office of the Bursar. The role involves reviewing complex residency cases, assisting with tuition and fee assessments across University Park and Commonwealth Campuses, and coordinating with academic departments on GA awards.

You will collaborate with HR on employee tuition discounts, analyze student records, respond to student and family inquiries, monitor reports, and draft communications to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 1+ years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and office software.

Responsibilities

• Review and adjudicate complex residency cases.
• Assist with assessment of tuition and fees for University Park and Commonwealth Campuses.
• Collaborate with academic departments on GA awards.
• Work with HR to ensure accurate employee tuition discounts.
• Counsel staff on tuition adjustments and related policy inquiries.
• Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly reports to audit tuition and fee assessment.
• Draft correspondence to students, families, and university stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Independent work

Communication skills

MS Office / Excel

Student information systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Student Information System

Job description

Accountant - Office of the Bursar Fee Assessor Team

Hybrid

Penn State University Park

Full time

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Office of the Bursar is seeking a motivated individual to fill a full-time Accountant position on the Fee Assessor Team. The primary duties of the position include reviewing and adjudicating complex residency cases, assisting with assessment of tuition and fees for University Park and all Commonwealth Campuses as well as collaborating with academic departments across the University in managing Graduate Assistantship awards. In addition, this position works with HR to ensure the accurate assessment of employee tuition discounts. Duties also include analyzing student records and accounts to provide timely and accurate tuition and fee adjustments, counseling/advising staff on tuition adjustments and other policy/procedure related inquiries, monitoring daily, weekly, and monthly reports to audit tuition and fee assessment, and managing Fee Assessor communications including but not limited to responding to emails and drafting correspondence to students, families, and University stakeholders.

The successful candidate for this position must possess the following attributes:

• Excellent problem-solving skills to plan, organize, and direct work objectives, priorities, and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail
• The ability to maintain a high level of professionalism while meeting specific deadlines, demonstrating the ability to work independently, and handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills to address complex situations and concerns with various offices, outside agencies, parents, and students
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Microsoft Excel, and experience with student and business systems/software

Accounting and reconciliation experience is desired. This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work (up to 2 to 3 days per week remote). Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Both a cover letter and resume are required for consideration; incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

accepted

Required Certifications:

None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $54,060.00 - $78,444.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.