Student Accounts Assistant

Office of the Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta Technical College is seeking a Student Accounts Assistant to support financial accounting processes. The role focuses on paraprofessional accounting duties within the Student Accounts Office, ensuring accurate receipting and timely billing.

Required are an Associate Degree in accounting or related field, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience in Excel/Word and Banner/PeopleSoft is beneficial; strong communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• An Associate Degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred for advanced expectations.
• Experience with Excel and Word, and with PeopleSoft and Banner software is desired.

Responsibilities

• Accept student payments using the Banner Student system.
• Maintain accounts receivable files and records.
• Balance daily cashier sessions and ensure receipt accuracy.
• Prepare billing for outside agencies and perform clerical duties.

Skills

Effective communications

Education

Associate Degree in Accounting or related field

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Banner

PeopleSoft

Banner software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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Job Title

Student Accounts Assistant

Agency

Augusta Technical College

Job Requisition ID

JR0000005904

Shift

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$37,440.12 - $39,085.20; COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Student Accounts Assistant is responsible for performing various paraprofessional accounting duties in support of financial accounting processes.

MAJOR DUTIES

Accept student payments using the Banner Student system.Maintain accounts receivable files and records. Balance daily cashier sessions and ensure accuracy of receipts. Prepare billing for outside agencies.Performs routine general clerical duties.Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work. Operates effectively within the organizational structure.Receives, screens, and directs telephone calls and distributes telephone messages.Maintains log for long distance calls including phone number, city, person called, and nature of business. Keeps informed of college’s organizational changes and quarterly schedules so calls can be routed promptly.Performs other duties as assigned by the Student Accounts Office Manager.

COMPETENCIES

Must possess effective communications skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION S

An Associate Degree in Accounting or related field is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION S

A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. At least three years of full-time, paid work experience in accounting or related field within the past four years is desired. Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word, PeopleSoft and Banner software

experience is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent *and* One (1) year of experience in bookkeeping or accounting clerical work.

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.