UNIV - Accountant/Fiscal Analyst III - Bursar’s Office (Remote)

Medical University of South Carolina; South Carolina; Remote; USD 46,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina seeks a skilled Accounting Specialist to manage complex accounting functions and student billing processes. This role requires a bachelor's degree and substantial experience in accounting practices, promoting accuracy and compliance within established guidelines. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities and proficiency in current accounting regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of professional experience in accounting or finance.
• Experience in completing complex financial reports.
• Computer literacy is required.

Responsibilities

• Manages the student billing process and prepares complex billing tables.
• Completes monthly reconciliations by the 12th working day.
• Prepares year-end audit reports.

Skills

Accounting

Auditing

Financial Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

Under the general supervision of the Bursar, completes job duties and assignments accurately and timely within established deadlines, GAAP guidelines, MUSC, State, and Federal policies and procedures. Works collaboratively with members of the Controller's Office, other university staff, and external parties. Manages and performs high-level professional accounting duties to create and maintain accounting transactions requested from University-wide sources. Maintains knowledge of current Federal and State laws and regulations to ensure compliance; performs multiple complex accounting functions and serves as a senior accounting staff member for the Bursar's Office.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Classified

Cost Center

CC002414 University Controller

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-06

Pay Range

46,655.00 - 66,488.00 - 86,321.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Manages student billing process, prepares complex computerized billing tables, resolves billing problems, and improves processes. Coordinates schedule for student billing with other University stakeholders and initiates Bursar's Office term billing/payment communications to students and colleges. Completes complex term True Up according to Board of Trustees-approved tuition and fee schedules for each College/Program. Calculates and provides details to the Budget Office three times a year for budget entries. Manages the 1098-T process for the Bursar's Office and maintains knowledge of the 1098-T rules and regulations. Manages communication process for 1098-Ts with students, former students, third-party vendors, and the campus. Accurately and timely completes monthly reconciliations by the 12th working day of the month in accordance with Key Process Indicator. Reconciles MUSC Foundation scholarship records, records revenue, and bills the MUSC Foundation monthly for scholarships. Assist with the preparation of year-end audit reports. In coordination with the Office of Financial Aid, applies the principles of accounting theory to perform complex and accurate professional accounting duties in the completion of the annual FISAP report.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor’s degree and four years of professional experience in a related area such as accounting, auditing, finance, or commercial lending. A job-related bachelor’s degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for two years of the required work experience.

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand conversations. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Additional New Requirements: Computer literacy.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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