Accountant II

Accountant II

Office of Student Accounts

The Office of Student Accounts is looking for a qualified Accountant II to join our collaborative team. This role involves professional-level duties in maintaining financial and accounting records related to our operations. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and University and departmental policies and procedures. They will also be knowledgeable about overall organizational activities and functions to independently perform assigned duties and responsibilities.

WHAT MAKES THE STUDENT ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT A GREAT PLACE?

* A flexible work environment

* Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

* A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with a variety of partners.

* Professional development opportunity and mentorship

* A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

Key Responsibilities:

* Billing and Invoicing: Prepare billing statements and invoices for third-party sponsor accounts. This includes coordinating accounting processes such as reviewing and validating Sponsored Billing (SB) authorizations, auditing and adjusting sponsor and student accounts, following up on past due receivables, and reconciling SB accounts and sponsored student accounts monthly.

* Scholarship Payments: Audit and process departmental scholarship payments. Post accounting transactions to transfer funds from department general ledger accounts to the University tuition and fee receivable accounts.

* Compliance Monitoring: Track SB authorizations, billing, payment activities, and accounts receivable transactions to ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Recommend strategies to improve overall operations and services.

* Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports related to sponsor billing. Assist in writing, reviewing, and implementing operating procedures and training guides for Accounts Receivable operations.

* Problem Resolution: Analyze and resolve complex questions and issues related to student account receivables. Provide support to Enrollment Services staff and academic departments regarding student accounts. Assist in training new and existing staff members.

* Team Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across various departments, including Financial Aid, Registrar, Admissions, and Undergraduate Affairs, to ensure seamless operations and support for students. Participate in financial literacy initiatives, coordinating efforts during orientation and throughout the year. This includes one-on-one counseling and workshop presentations.

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion of the employee's direct supervisor.

Minimum Hiring Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience. Must be bondable for some positions.

To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:

A complete and accurate GSU application, Resume, Cover Letter (Recommended)

Final candidates must provide three professional references.

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The final candidates must provide the three professional references.