Student Accounts Assistant

State-of-Georgi; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia seeks a Student Accounts Assistant to support financial accounting processes at Augusta Technical College. Responsibilities include processing student payments in Banner, managing accounts receivable, balancing cashier sessions, and preparing outside agency billing.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate Degree in Accounting and have experience with Excel, Word, PeopleSoft, and Banner. Strong communication skills and clerical accuracy are essential for success in this role at

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. At least three years of full-time, paid work experience in accounting or related field within the past four years is desired.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Operates within the organizational structure.
• Receives, screens, and directs telephone calls and distributes telephone messages.
• 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.

Skills

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

PeopleSoft

Banner

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Student Accounts AssistantAgency:Augusta Technical CollegeJob Requisition ID:JR0000005904Shift:Not Applicable (United States of America)Compensation Details:$37,440.12 - $39,085.20; COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE.Job Description:JOB SUMMARYThe Student Accounts Assistant is responsible for performing various paraprofessional accounting duties in support of financial accounting processes.MAJOR DUTIESAccept 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.COMPETENCIESMust possess effective communications skills.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION SAn Associate Degree in Accounting or related field is required.PREFERRED QUALIFICATION SA 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 softwareexperience 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 EmployerThe 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.