Accounting Specialist-Accounts Receivable

Wayne Community College•Wayne Community College, NC

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist-Accounts Receivable manages and maintains the college’s accounts receivable process, ensuring timely collection of payments and accurate financial records. The position responds to student inquiries about billing, payment status, and account balances while providing customer service. It also supports other Business Office functions as needed.

Requirements

Associate degree in Accounting or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Three to five years of experience in accounts receivable or accounting.
Customer service experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Experience using the Colleague Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
Experience working in the North Carolina Community College System.
National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC).
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or Haitian Creole.

Responsibilities

Oversee student sponsorship billing and related account activities.
Assist students with questions regarding payments, sponsorships, and financial aid.
Help resolve issues involving bookstore purchases charged to student accounts.
Serve as backup to the Accounts Payable Specialist as needed.
Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
Prepare correspondence to students regarding past-due balances.
Assist with year-end preparation of IRS Form 1098-T tuition statements.
Submit the tuition remission report.
Cross-train in other Business Office functions and provide support as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.