Accountant II (Bursar)

River Valley Community College – Claremont campus
Fulltime Bursar

Application Process:
Submit your application online at https://www.rivervalley.edu/about/working-at-rvcc/ with cover letter, resume.

SCOPE OF WORK: Performs accounting duties relative to accounts receivable collections and student financial aid transmittals as a member of the Business Office Team. This position shall report to the Chief Accounting Officer at River Valley Community College.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manages the daily operations of the Bursar’s Office, which includes directing all work activities, compiling, processing, auditing, and reporting of receivables and collections data; ensuring accuracy and timeliness of task completion and reporting; maintaining efficiency in workflow and successful integration with all college and system departments; and monitoring compliance with accounting procedures, financial aid procedures, and departmental policies.
• Enters accounts receivable daily entries, adjusting entries, and other department work as required including the auditing of student accounts, financial aid, and transmittals on a timely basis and giving daily approval on the Banner AR System and the Banner Finance System.
• Manages the process of billing, collections, and loan disbursement activities. Counsel students and families regarding accounts receivable, financial planning, and aid eligibility, and ensures that all students (new, re-admits and returning) are fully aware of their financial obligations as well as the appropriate financial resources and options available to them.
• Processes all financial aid disbursements and returns as required by Federal reimbursement guidelines, which includes administering the processing of Title IV and other forms of financial aid to provide for the prompt and accurate payment of financial aid to students. Remains current on the Federal Department of Education’s Regulations, including, but not limited to FERPA rules.
• Addresses disbursement concerns with the Financial Aid Office.
• Generates reports relating to revenue and collections activities as required to apprise the Leadership Team and makes recommendations based on these reports. Oversees the collection process at the campus level to include student requests for waivers, rebates, and credits.
• Reviews CCSNH bank accounts for RVCC deposits; disseminates deposit information to the appropriate individuals for processing in Banner AR, enters deposit information in Banner Finance, and audits daily deposit information.
• Works closely with other departments and college personnel including Academic Affairs, Registrar, Admissions, and the Coordinator of High School Programs in areas relating to student registration, onboarding, student accounts and billing.
• Provides training and cross-training programs to staff from other departments.
• Participates in orientation presentations to help students understand their financial obligations regarding tuition payment options and deferment of tuition.
• Introduces and maintains solutions to improve and streamline the effectiveness and efficiency of the student a accounts Bursar function.
• Complies with all system, college, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with major study in accounting or business administration.

Experience: Six years' experience in accounting, auditing, financial aid, or account management, preferably within higher education.

Or

Education: Associate’s degree from a recognized college or university with major study in accounting or business administration.

Experience: Eight years' experience in accounting, auditing, financial aid, or account management, preferably within higher education.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license or access to transportation for Statewide travel.

Desired Qualifications: Proficient computer skills, the ability to manage multiple time sensitive tasks, and effective verbal and written communication skills. A strong customer service background is required. Accounts receivable and financial aid experience is a plus.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Knowledge of accounting and fiscal principles and procedures and ability to apply knowledge to accounting transactions. Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to accounting and auditing procedures in the unit concerned. Working knowledge of the general principles of financial administration. Knowledge of budget and budgeting procedures. Know