Student Accounts Associate

University of Mary•Bismarck, ND

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About The Position

The Student Account Associate supports the daily operations of the Office of Student Accounts through accurate transaction processing, account review and maintenance, third-party billing support, and effective communication with students and University departments. Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.

Requirements

Associate's degree in finance, accounting, or related field
Three or more years of experience in Finance, Accounting, or related field
Strong organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Self-motivated
The ability to handle stressful situations and deadline pressure well
Possess the ability to plan and carry out responsibility with minimal direction.
Upholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary
Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Financial Affairs and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict's admonition that all be received as Christ.
Basic knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel
Attention to detail
Strong accounting practices
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

B.S. in Business/Finance/Accounting

Responsibilities

Receive, record, and reconcile a wide range of student account transactions, including credit card payments, application fees, tuition deposits, EFT transfers, and the assessment or payment of late fees and finance charges.
Audit individual student accounts to ensure accurate charges, proper application of financial aid, compliance with payment requirements, and correct placement or removal of financial holds.
Review, monitor, and authorize military third-party billing activity, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely collections, and proper oversight of all student accounts receivable transactions.
Maintain configurations and processes for Global Studies billing and payments, parking waivers, billing statement generation, and dishonored payment monitoring.
Administer payment plan, ensuring all participant accounts are accurately maintained and updated.
Process credit card and payment transactions for campus partners, including the Registrar's Office (transcripts) and Student Development (room and board, housing fees, and miscellaneous charges).
Identify uncollectible accounts and ensure proper referral to collections in accordance with University procedures.
Assist in training team members on student account processes and related responsibilities.