Accounting Technician: Student Accounts & Billing

State of Georgia; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwinnett Technical College seeks an Accounting Technician to support the business office with daily student accounts tasks. This 40-hour, benefited role reports to the Director of Student Accounts and requires accurate revenue and receivable data entry.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma with accounting experience and a working knowledge of Excel. The position involves communication with students and campus staff and may require travel between campuses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of bookkeeping or accounting clerk experience.
• Accurate 10-key data entry and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel and clear communication for billing matters.

Responsibilities

• Review vouchers, invoices, receipts and other documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Enter routine financial transactions into accounting systems and verify data.
• Record cash, check and credit card payments and reconcile accounts.
• Maintain and organize hard copy departmental records and files.
• Communicate with students, faculty and staff regarding student accounts and balances.
• Process third-party contracts and scholarships in the student accounts receivable system.
• Issue payment reminders and billing notices on a regular schedule.
• Perform general clerical duties as needed and assist with special projects.
• Travel between Gwinnett Technical College campuses as required.

Skills

10-key skills

Excel

Billing communication

Education

High School diploma/equivalent

Accounting degree (2-year or Bachelor's, preferred)

Tools

Banner student account system

Excel

Job description

Gwinnett Technical College seeks an Accounting Technician to support the business office with daily student accounts tasks. This 40-hour, benefited role reports to the Director of Student Accounts and requires accurate revenue and receivable data entry.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma with accounting experience and a working knowledge of Excel. The position involves communication with students and campus staff and may require travel between campuses.