University Finance & Accounts Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a journey-level administrator to oversee the business and financial operations of a department at Stephen F. Austin State University. You will handle accounting, budgeting, reporting, and related bookkeeping tasks, with supervision as needed.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and at least two years of relevant experience, preferably in higher education, with strong accuracy and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or related field is required; related experience may substitute.
• Two years of related experience required; includes bookkeeping, fiscal accounting, and general office procedures.
• Experience in higher education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls, reply to emails, and process mail promptly and professionally.
• Review student accounts for errors, explain balances, and document transactions.
• Process contract payments and generate bills to contracting entities.
• Process waivers and exemptions per Texas Education Code and document requirements.
• Receive and supervise payments for university events and services.
• Balance cash drawers, accounts, and deposits; update the accounting system.
• Prepare daily deposits and journal, ledger, and voucher entries from supporting data.
• Coordinate accounting/bookkeeping functions within the department.
• Maintain receivables, payables, budgets, and related accounts.
• Assist academic units and grants with accounting-related functions.
• Prepare daily to annual reports and statements.
• Interpret department and university policies for students, staff, and the public.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Spreadsheet software

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Data entry systems

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a journey-level administrator to oversee the business and financial operations of a department at Stephen F. Austin State University. You will handle accounting, budgeting, reporting, and related bookkeeping tasks, with supervision as needed.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and at least two years of relevant experience, preferably in higher education, with strong accuracy and organizational skills.