Cash Operations & Reconciliation Specialist

University of Connecticut; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers

Excellent benefits

Job summary

University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT is seeking a Cash Operations Specialist (Financial Assistant 2) to serve as the primary financial administrator in the Office of the Bursar for departmental deposits, reconciling funds between the university bank accounts and the State and university ledgers.

The role requires ensuring compliance with state statutes, training staff on cash handling, and coordinating with departments, the State Treasurer’s Office, and vendors to resolve discrepancies while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field and 2–3 years of professional experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to process high volumes of transactions accurately to meet regulatory requirements.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems independently and in a timely manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong customer service mindset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and record all departmental receipts in university/state accounting systems with accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate with departments, the State Treasurer’s Office, and vendors to resolve discrepancies.
• Verify deposits comply with statutes and maintain supporting documentation.
• Create and maintain accurate fiscal records for State deposit receipts.
• Determine and initiate daily fund movements between university accounts and the State Treasury.
• Identify incoming wire transfers and communicate with departments and vendors.
• Respond to credit card chargebacks and obtain proper documentation.
• Reconcile activity and remit payment for monthly credit card processor invoices.
• Assist with prepaid card program administration and related deposits.
• Guide depositors on proper cash handling policies and provide trainings.
• Provide and compile reports as requested.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

High-volume processing

Problem solving

Customer service

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Kuali Financial System

PeopleSoft

CORE-CT

CashPro

Job description

University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT is seeking a Cash Operations Specialist (Financial Assistant 2) to serve as the primary financial administrator in the Office of the Bursar for departmental deposits, reconciling funds between the university bank accounts and the State and university ledgers.

The role requires ensuring compliance with state statutes, training staff on cash handling, and coordinating with departments, the State Treasurer’s Office, and vendors to resolve discrepancies while