Accounts Receivable Specialist - Accounting Technician (FA26034)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Pension plan

Job summary

Minnesota State University, Mankato seeks an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the Accounts Receivable team within Student Financial Services. You’ll respond to student inquiries, process third-party awards, and coordinate accounts receivable communications.

You’ll review AR charges, waivers, refunds, and perform account reconciliations, while monitoring data to identify improvements and ensure accurate financial records. This role is on-campus with standard academic-year hours.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records and reports.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting to query, compile records, and assist budget requests.
• Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets, word processing, and office equipment.
• Mathematics skills to balance accounts and reconcile data.
• Ability to design, interpret and explain fiscal procedures and policies.
• Ability to read and write materials for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Respond to student inquiries and provide customer service related to student accounts.
• Process third-party awards and payments and coordinate communications related to accounts receivable.
• Review and approve AR charges, waivers and refunds; reconcile accounts.
• Monitor, collect, analyze data and identify process improvements in AR operations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Governmental accounting

Spreadsheets

Mathematics

Procedural design

Written communication

Job description

• Job ID: 92747
• Location: Mankato
• Telework Eligible: No - Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes: Exclusively On Campus: A position that requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location.
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/30/2026
• Closing Date: 10/06/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Mankato State Univ-AFSCME
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Academic Year: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $23.31 - $33.86 / hourly; $48,671 - $70,699 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Accounts Receivable
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

• Job ID: 92747
• Location: Mankato
• Telework Eligible: No - Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes: Exclusively On Campus: A position that requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location.
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/30/2026
• Closing Date: 10/06/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Mankato State Univ-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Mankato SU / MnSCU MAN Classified E-H
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Academic Year: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $23.31 - $33.86 / hourly; $48,671 - $70,699 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Accounts Receivable
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist - Accounting Technician (FA26034)

Job Class: Accounting Technician

Agency: Minnesota State University, Mankato

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Accounts Receivable Specialist position supports the Accounts Receivable team within Student Financial Services. The specialist will respond to student inquires and customer service related to student accounts, processing third-party awards and payments, and coordinate communications related to accounts receivable operations. Responsible for review and approval of accounts receivable charges, charge reduction requests as well as authorized waivers and refunds. Analyze and process student account transactions as well as reconciliation of accounts. The specialist will monitor, collect, and analyze data and identify process improvements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records and reports; locate errors; and recommend solutions to procedural or other fiscal problems.
• Knowledge of a private or governmental accounting system, sufficient to query and compile records and reports, and assist with preparation and maintenance of spending plans, financial status reports and budget requests.
• Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets, word processing software, computers and other office equipment such as calculators.
• Mathematics skills sufficient to calculate, review and reconcile data and balance accounts.
• Ability to design, interpret and explain work procedures and operations and provide advice on fiscal policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and write a variety of materials in sufficient to communicate with others.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Sarith Phan at [e-mail] or 507-389-1042.

About Minnesota State University, Mankato

More than 1600 talented faculty, staff, and 1600 student employees with a wide variety of skills and backgrounds, support university operations every day. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.

Destination 2030, the University’s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies

based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name - Minnesota State University, Mankato.