Student Payments & AR Specialist

River Parishes Community College; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

River Parishes Community College seeks a Cashier & Accounts Receivable Coordinator to support the Bursar’s Office by handling student payments, deposits, and daily cash balancing. You will maintain accurate records, respond to inquiries, and assist with collections and payment plans during peak enrollment periods.

The role requires an accounting/AR background, strong customer service, and familiarity with billing and accounts receivable processes to ensure compliance with college policies.

Qualifications

• Required Associate degree with 3 years of experience in accounting or financial systems
• Substitution of minimum of three (3) years of experience with accounting or financial systems
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of experience in accounting or financial systems
• Experience with student billing, invoicing, and account analysis

Responsibilities

• Receive and process student payments, including cash, checks, and other approved forms of payment
• Operate the cashiering system and provide receipts for all transactions
• Balance daily cashier transactions and prepare supporting documentation
• Assist with preparing deposits and ensuring timely submission in accordance with established procedures
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies and cashiering errors
• Monitor outstanding student account balances and assist with collection activities
• Assist students with establishing and maintaining payment plans
• Respond to student inquiries regarding payments, account balances, refunds, and collection matters
• Monitor and respond to Bursar's Office emails concerning payments, refunds, payment plans, and outstanding balances
• Assist with accounts receivable reporting and reconciliation activities
• Maintain accurate cashiering and accounts receivable records for audit and compliance purposes
• Provide cashiering and student account support during registration and peak enrollment periods
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Student billing

Invoicing

Accounts receivable

Payment processing

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in accounting/financial systems

Bachelor’s degree (preferred) with 3 years experience

Tools

Cashiering system

AR software

Job description

River Parishes Community College seeks a Cashier & Accounts Receivable Coordinator to support the Bursar’s Office by handling student payments, deposits, and daily cash balancing. You will maintain accurate records, respond to inquiries, and assist with collections and payment plans during peak enrollment periods.

The role requires an accounting/AR background, strong customer service, and familiarity with billing and accounts receivable processes to ensure compliance with college policies.