Student Accounts Specialist

University of Wisconsin-Parkside; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Insurance (health/dental/vision/life)

Retirement plan (WRS)

Tax-advantaged savings accounts

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Parkside is seeking a Financial Specialist II to support student accounts and cashiering operations. You will review, process, and reconcile activity, maintain accurate fiscal records, and assist students and families with billing and holds, all in alignment with university policies.

The role reports to the Bursar and emphasizes integrity with sensitive financial data, customer service, and collaboration with campus partners to ensure timely transactions and strong

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in billing, accounting, administrative support, financial operations, student accounts, or related areas.
• Knowledge of financial principles, reconciliation processes and internal controls.
• Experience working with financial systems, databases and reporting tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data analysis, and managing financial data.

Responsibilities

• Identify and correct transaction and funding errors, including reallocations to appropriate funding strings, in coordination with Finance and Accounting.
• Support daily cashiering operations, including receipting, deposits, balancing and maintenance of accurate fiscal records and supporting documentation.
• Review, process, audit and reconcile student account activity — including charges, payments, refunds, and adjustments, and receivables: research discrepancies and ensure transactions are assigned to the appropriate funding sources
• Prepare routine communications, reports and notices for internal and external stakeholders, and identify opportunities to improve transaction processing and internal controls.
• Assist students and parents with billing, payment plans, holds, account balances and other student account matters, providing clear guidance consistent with university policies and procedures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organization

Discretion with financial data

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field

Tools

Excel

PeopleSoft Campus Solutions (Oracle)

Workday Financial Management

Job description

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Financial Specialist II

Student Accounts Specialist

Job Category

University Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Duties

The Student Accounts Specialist supports the University’s student accounts and cashiering operations by reviewing, processing, and reconciling student account activity to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions. Reporting to the Bursar, this position applies established policies and procedures; maintains accurate fiscal records; and provides responsive customer service to students, families, faculty, and staff. The position works closely with the Tuition & Student Accounts Specialist and campus partners to support effective student account operations, escalating complex or non-routine tuition assessment and reconciliation matters as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management abilities
• Ability to handle sensitive financial information with integrity and discretion
• Customer-focused, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Key Job Responsibilities

• Identify and correct transaction and funding errors, including reallocations to appropriate funding strings, incoordination with Finance and Accounting.
• Support daily cashiering operations, including receipting, deposits, balancing and maintenance of accurate fiscal records and supporting documentation.
• Review, process, audit and reconcile student account activity — including charges, payments, refunds, and adjustments, and receivables: research discrepancies and ensure transactions are assigned to the appropriate funding sources
• Prepare routine communications, reports and notices for internal and external stakeholders, and identify opportunities to improve transaction processing and internal controls.
• Assist students and parents with billing, payment plans, holds, account balances and other student account matters, providing clear guidance consistent with university policies and procedures.

Department

Cashier's Operations

Compensation

The expected salary for this position is $21.15 - $22.11 per hour (equivalent to $44,000 - $45,000 annually). Actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

For a summary of benefits, please see: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field OR
• At least three years of professional experience in billing, accounting, administrative support, financial operations, student accounts, or related areas.
• knowledge of financial principles, reconciliation processes and internal controls
• Experience working with financial systems, databases and reporting tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data analysis, and managing financial data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting student accounts, bursar functions, financial operations, or administrative processes in a higher education environment.
• Knowledge of student account processes and higher education financial policies and procedures
• Experience using PeopleSoft Campus Solutions (Oracle), Workday Financial Management, or similar enterprise financial or student information systems
• Advanced spreadsheet, data analysis, and financial reporting skills

Application Deadline and Work Authorization

For full consideration, please submit your application materials by October 20, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without university sponsorship now or in the future. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position, including H-1B, L-1, TN, or F-1 visa extensions (such as OPT or STEM OPT).

Contact Information

Marybeth Meyer ([e-mail])

Legal Notices and Important Information

Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)

Note: Criminal Background Check – The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a “disparate impact” and is not “job-related and consistent with business necessity” in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applications should relate to the duties of the job.

Reasonable Accommodations

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to provide reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual with a disability.

Parkside Crime Statistics Report

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Transcript Requirement

Please note: Transcriptions will be required upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.