Director of Student Accounts

Georgia Power Company; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta Technical College is seeking a Director of Student Accounts to oversee billing, reconciliations, and related processes. You will supervise staff, ensure accuracy of student and third-party charges, and coordinate with finance to maintain GAAP-compliant statements.

The role requires collaboration with various college departments and external partners to ensure timely billing, refunds, and reporting. A Bachelor’s in accounting plus several years of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess effective communication and decision-making skills.
• Experience with budgeting, accounts receivable, or student accounts preferred.
• Familiarity with government or higher education financial systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Balance accounts receivable between systems (PeopleSoft/Banner).
• Process refunds and prepare year-end closing procedures.
• Oversee staff in the Office of Student Accounts and ensure accuracy of billing.

Skills

Communication

Decision-making

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in accounting

Tools

Banner

PeopleSoft

Workday

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Job Title:

Director of Student Accounts

Agency:

Augusta Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000004346

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$60,000-75,279.25; COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE.

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Student Accounts is responsible for managing complex activities within an assigned area and overseeing contributions toward area goals, objectives, and mission. The Director of Student Accounts is immediately responsible to the Vice President of Administrative Services for the accurate reconciliation of accounts and prompt billing. The following three college criteria are a part of this job description and will be included on the annual performance review. Encourage and facilitate cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; foster commitment and team spirit; work cooperatively with others to achieve goals, work and communicate with the general public, internal customers and/or external customers to provide information and quality services and/or products targeted to meet customer expectations, and display a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operate effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrate trustworthiness and responsible behavior.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Balance accounts receivable between PeopleSoft and Banner.
• Process refunds.
• Trains, assigns, and directs the work of assigned personnel while providing guidance.
• Ensure student fees, program fees and malpractice insurance are properly attached to applicable courses in Banner.
• Communicate with students regarding account balances.
• Conducts regular evaluation of services provided and adjusts as needed.
• Add new detail codes into Banner and ensure appropriate accounting codes in conjunction with all new codes.
• Ensure all current detail codes meet TCSG detail code requirements and monitor TCSG changes for updates to Banner detail codes.
• Compiles and submits various reports internally and externally.
• Maintains proper internal controls and reviews account balances for accuracy.
• Assist with completion of GAAP entries as needed.
• Assists with year-end closing procedures including financial statement preparation.
• Prepare and process 1098-T’s for annual student reporting.
• Submits financial reports as requested in a timely manner.
• Develops and/or assists with the development of policies and procedures and recommends changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the department.
• Participate in the college’s professional development program.
• Prepares billing for student balances and third-party agencies.
• Communicate with third-party contracts each semester.
• Maintains knowledge of assigned program area and gives updates to management on services, operations, and projects.
• Supervises and assists with the duties of all personnel in the office of student accounts.
• Others duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Must possess effective communication and decision-making skills as well as problem solving.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, public administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university in an area related to assignment and three years of full-time work experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree in accounting or a closely related field and least five years of full time, paid work experience within the past five years is also desired. Functional knowledge of Georgia TeamWorks Financial System, Workday Financial System, and Banner Student Accounts system. Experience in governmental accounting and GAAP.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university *and* Five (5) years of experience in management or the defined departmental area.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.