Systems Analyst - Student Financial Services

Cal Poly•San Luis Obispo, CA

9d•$63,288 - $92,208

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Student Financial Services, the Systems Analyst performs technical system management functions supporting Student Accounts and the University Cashiers Office. The position independently carries assigned duties and projects through completion and participates in developing, modifying, implementing, and evaluating Student Financial Services procedures and policies. Technical duties support financial activities such as tuition, housing and dining charges, fee waivers, accounts receivable, and collections, and may extend across programs or specialties within Student Financial Services. Student Financial Services is part of University Financial Services and manages the charging, collection, receipt, and reporting of student fees under state, CSU, and University policies. Its responsibilities also include receipting and safeguarding payments and deposits, administering payroll and student refund disbursements, and accounting for student financial activity. The office provides accounting information to other finance areas, performs reconciliations, and resolves problems. Staff need broad knowledge of the office’s interconnected processes to accurately administer payments and accounts and communicate complex account activity to students, parents, and staff.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university; additional qualifying experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis.
Three years of technical or administrative experience; a graduate degree in a related field may substitute for one year of required experience.
Excellent computer skills and proficiency with online systems, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, the Internet, online calendaring, and email.
Demonstrated record-keeping experience, including knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and reporting principles and practices.
Knowledge and skill in operational and fiscal analysis and statistical techniques.
Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret data to develop sound conclusions and appropriate recommendations.
Skill in researching, developing, and evaluating complex fiscal policies and programs.

Responsibilities

Perform technical system management functions supporting Student Accounts and the University Cashiers Office.
Independently complete assigned duties and projects.
Participate in developing, modifying, implementing, and evaluating Student Financial Services procedures and policies.
Support financial activities including tuition, housing and dining charges, fee waivers, accounts receivable, and collections.
Perform duties that may cross programs or specialties within Student Financial Services.