Student AR Manager - Lead Collections, Compliance & Financial Aid

Porter and Chester; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Porter and Chester Institute in Rocky Hill, CT, seeks an Accounts Receivable Manager to lead student account and bursar operations across campuses. The role emphasizes accurate collections, cash management, and compliance with FERPA and applicable regulations.

You will supervise a small collections team, collaborate with Educational Funding and Financial Aid, develop policies, manage payment plans, and prepare AR reports. Travel up to 25% may be required to meet with campuses and students.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of related work experience.
• Strong communication, analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze data, identify gaps, and implement improvements.
• Experience with student accounts or bursar operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of student financial accounts and collections.
• Supervise a small team of Collections Specialists.
• Collaborate with Educational Funding and Financial Aid on disbursements and adjustments.
• Develop policies to strengthen internal controls for cash management.
• Prepare reports related to accounts receivable and student activity.
• Coordinate student payment plans and respond to inquiries promptly.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration

Job description

Porter and Chester Institute in Rocky Hill, CT, seeks an Accounts Receivable Manager to lead student account and bursar operations across campuses. The role emphasizes accurate collections, cash management, and compliance with FERPA and applicable regulations.

You will supervise a small collections team, collaborate with Educational Funding and Financial Aid, develop policies, manage payment plans, and prepare AR reports. Travel up to 25% may be required to meet with campuses and students.