Bursar

University of Northern Colorado; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 98,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UNC’s Career Hub

Job summary

The University of Northern Colorado seeks a Bursar to lead the Bursar Accounts Receivable Office, overseeing the Cashiers Office, Collections, Student Accounts Receivable, Student Loan Receivables, and eStores to maximize cash flow and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities include supervising 4 FTE and 1 PT, building rate rules, processing 1098T information, approving Banner AR inputs, and managing delinquent accounts with outside collections; collaborating with General Accounting, Financial Aid,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5-years of management experience in accounts receivable and collections.
• Experience with accounts receivable software required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise 4 FTE and 1 PT; set goals and assess performance.
• Set rate rules for charges, billing and payment plans; ensure policy compliance.
• Process and provide 1098T information per Federal Regulations.
• Approve Banner AR entries and student refunds; reconcile with general ledger.
• Oversee delinquent accounts and outside collection contracts; monitor effectiveness.
• Maintain interfaces with Banner, Flywire and ESCI systems.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Policy adherence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA

Tools

Banner Accounts Receivable

Bear Pay

ESC I systems

Job description

POSITION TITLE

Bursar

COMPENSATION RANGE

98,000.00 - 101,000.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

Professional Administrative

DEPARTMENT

Bursar Accounts Receivable

TARGET HIRE DATE

9/15/2026

BENEFITS

UNC’s Career Hub

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 09/13/2026.

Position Summary

This position manages theBursar’s office, which is comprised of the Cashiers Office, Collections(internal and external), Student Accounts Receivable, Student Loan Receivables,and eStores. This position is responsible for providingleadership in these areas to ensure excellent customer service, adherence tointernal policies and procedures, compliance with external state and federalregulations, and to maximize the cash flow of the university through effectiveand efficient management of accounts receivable. This position works in concert with other areas of the university, specifically GeneralAccounting, the Financial Aid Office, and the Registrar’s Office to develop, recommend changes, and enforce policies and procedures related to student customer service issues, legalcompliance, and audit issues.

Job Duties

• General supervision of 4 full-time and 1 part-time employee. Set goals and standards for personnel. Review performances against these goals and standards. Take any corrective action as needed to ensure that the Bursar’s Office functions as designated and meet these goals. 15%
• Build all rate rules regarding all charges on student accounts. Control billing of all fees, tuition, COF, room and board, departmental charges etc. Monitor accounts to ensure accuracy and reconcile disputes on accounts or give clarification for applicable state and federal laws or university policy. Build and monitor Bear Pay payment plans. Be involved in campus committees and meetings to ensure that policies in other areas don’t adversely affect student billing or violate policies/procedures. Facilitate changes in these areas as applicable. 30%
• Process and provide 1098T information to students each year based upon current Federal Regulations and Requirements. 10%
• Approve all input into the Banner Accounts Receivable system. Analyze data and ensure reconciliation of AR and Cashiering to the general accounting system and make appropriate corrections. Approve and facilitate all student refunds. 15%
• Review and approve student communication and payment plan design for delinquent accounts both in active receivables and collection receivables as applicable to secure payment. Secure outside collection agency contracts and monitor and evaluate their effectiveness. Review and approve accounts to be submitted or returned from outside agencies. 15%
• Maintain relationships between the University and Banner, Flywire and ESCI systems. Ensure updates are implemented as needed and that all State, Federal, University, and PCI laws, policies and procedures are being adhered to. Troubleshoot as necessary between the systems. 15%

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (Accounting or Finance Preferred),MBA Preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 5-years of management experience (including direct employee supervision) in a relatedposition responsible for accounts receivable and collections preferably inhigher education.
• Experience working with accounts receivable computer software required.
• On the job training would be a minimum of 6 months depending on prior career experience.

Benefits

• UNC’s Career Hub
• Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions.
• Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position.
• Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses ofUNCEmployees who are employed at 0.5FTEor above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%.
• These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges.
• Further requirements may exist.
• Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC

The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 andcontinues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognizedas a top university for socialmobility,UNC isproud tobeaHispanicServing Institutionandto serve more than44%ofourundergraduateswhoarethefirst in theirfamily to attend college.UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,tolearn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement

The University of Northern Colorado offers an educational and workingenvironment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNCcommunity. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawfuldiscrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin,religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, geneticinformation, and/or veteran status. UNC also prohibits discrimination based ongender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who opposea discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for,assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating todiscrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally protected expression will not beconsidered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is theresponsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure UNC’scompliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Northern Colorado is committedto providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If yourequire reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewingor otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please directyour inquiries to 970-351-2718 or [e-mail].

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment hasbeen made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

Clery Act

In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. A paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.