Assistant Bursar

Atlanta Metropolitan State College; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlanta Metropolitan State College is seeking an Assistant Bursar to support the Office of the Bursar in student accounts, collections, and cashiering. The role includes managing receivables, payment processing, and reconciliation with Banner and PeopleSoft, and it involves working one day per week at Clayton State University.

This regular, full‑time position requires a bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience, with occasional travel acknowledged.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Board of Regents business policies.
• Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of governmental procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and job‑related software programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage bursary and cashiering operations related to student registration, billing drop for nonpayment and reinstatement the daily feed between Banner and PeopleSoft Financial software.
• Complete daily processing of student account transactions and post to the general ledger.
• Prepare the weekly refund file/process student refunds.
• Assist with fee rules and assessment, systems implementation and maintenance.
• Complete submodule reconciliations and reporting.
• Manage third‑party contract and billing.
• Manage student health insurance program.
• Hire, train, assign, direct, evaluate and manage cashier and student worker positions.
• Serve as backup/leadership support for other departments.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Computers/Software

Decision making

Interpersonal relations

Oral & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Bursar | Location: Atl Metropolitan State College | Regular/Temporary: Regular | Full/Part Time: Full-Time | Job ID: 291460

Job Summary

The Assistant Bursar supports overall operations of the Office of the Bursar by assisting in managing student accounts, collections, and cashiering functions for Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC). This position ensures accuracy and compliance in financial transactions and reporting while maintaining a high standard of customer service to students, parents, and campus partners. The Assistant Bursar exercises sound judgment and technical expertise to resolve complex account issues, implement process improvements, and represent the department in meetings and collaborative initiatives. The role also involves coordination with external partners, including working one day per week at Clayton State University as part of a shared service arrangement. The position supervises a cashier and student workers, providing leadership in the day‑to‑day management of receivables, payment processing, and reconciliation activities. The Assistant Bursar supports fiscal planning, monitoring, and policy implementation to ensure efficient business operations within the Student Accounts area.

Responsibilities

• Manage bursary and cashiering operations related to student registration, billing drop for nonpayment and reinstatement the daily feed between Banner and PeopleSoft Financial software.
• Complete daily processing of student account transactions and post to the general ledger.
• Prepare the weekly refund file/process student refunds.
• Assist with fee rules and assessment, systems implementation and maintenance.
• Complete submodule reconciliations and reporting.
• Manage third‑party contract and billing.
• Manage student health insurance program.
• Hire, train, assign, direct, evaluate and manage cashier and student worker positions.
• Serve as backup/leadership support for other departments.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree

Required Experience: Three (3) years of related experience

Must have a valid Georgia Driver's License or be able to travel to other institutions.

Proposed Salary

$53,000 - $66,000 annually

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of Board of Regents business policies.

Knowledge of college policies and procedures.

Knowledge of governmental procedures.

Knowledge of computers and job‑related software programs.

Skill in decision making and problem solving.

Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

Skill in oral and written communication.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check; demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Atlanta Metropolitan State College, as determined by Atlanta Metropolitan State College in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Atlanta Metropolitan State College is an equal employment opportunity employer. Atlanta Metropolitan State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or military/veteran status.

Other Information

This position has financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.

Background Check

Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification. For certain positions, a satisfactory credit check, MVR, or other relevant investigations may also be conducted.

Accommodations

The physical demands are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform job functions. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain printed materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Special Applicant Instructions

To apply, please ensure that you fully complete all application questions and fields. Be sure to attach all required documents, including:

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial transcripts
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Contact information for 3 professional references

Submitting a complete and thorough application helps us better assess your qualifications and ensures a smooth review process.

Clery Disclosure

This position may be considered a Campus Security Authority, CSA. A Campus Security Authority is a Clery‑specific term that encompasses certain departments, groups, and individual employees who have a duty to report crimes they become aware of, as defined by the Clery Act.