Bursar: Student Accounts & Financial Ops

Stanbridge; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Stanbridge University in Irvine, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Bursar to manage daily student financial operations, including tuition billing, student accounts, payment processing, and collections. The role emphasizes accountability, independent problem-solving, and collaboration with Accounting, Financial Aid, Admissions, and other departments.

This is a full-time on-site position with no hybrid option. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in accounting or related field, at least

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of accounts receivable, billing, accounting, student accounts, or related financial operations.
• Demonstrated experience with account reconciliation, payment processing, financial transactions, and discrepancy resolution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using accounting or financial management software.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to independently investigate financial discrepancies, evaluate information, and determine appropriate solutions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional, student-centered approach to customer service.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion, accuracy, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate student accounts, including tuition charges, fees, payments, adjustments, refunds, and outstanding balances.
• Process tuition billing, student payments, account adjustments, and refunds in accordance with university policies and established deadlines.
• Review student account activity to identify discrepancies, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve billing or payment issues.
• Respond to student inquiries regarding tuition, account balances, payment arrangements, and financial obligations.
• Coordinate student account activities associated with enrollment changes, withdrawals, leaves of absence, and graduation.
• Monitor accounts receivable balances, identify past-due accounts, and conduct timely collection follow-up.
• Reconcile student account transactions, payment records, and financial reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Investigate discrepancies, research transaction histories, and implement appropriate corrections.
• Coordinate with Accounting and Financial Aid to ensure accurate posting of payments, financial aid disbursements, and refunds.
• Prepare and maintain reconciliations, financial reports, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, audits, and financial reporting requirements.
• Maintain documentation of financial transactions, account adjustments, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Financial Aid, Admissions and other departments to resolve student account issues.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Billing

Payment processing

Reconciliation

Excel

Financial analysis

Confidentiality

Analytical thinking

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Stanbridge University in Irvine, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Bursar to manage daily student financial operations, including tuition billing, student accounts, payment processing, and collections. The role emphasizes accountability, independent problem-solving, and collaboration with Accounting, Financial Aid, Admissions, and other departments.

This is a full-time on-site position with no hybrid option. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in accounting or related field, at least