Assistant Director, Student Accounts

Position Title:

Assistant Director, Student Accounts

Department/School:

Student Financial Services

Salary/Pay Rate:

$62,000 -$65,000

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Student Accounts, this individual will provide administrative, new initiative, and special project support, and improve functional efficiency support.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 1-3 years of relevant experience, and/or a sufficient combination of a relevant Associate’s degree and experience that demonstrates an ability to do the work
• Strong accounting and analytical skills with proven, effective application of those ideas into procedure
• Ability to analyze fiscal data and apply accounting principles to the accounts receivable and revenue functions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Essential Functions:

• Assist the Director of Student Accounts in running the day-to-day operations of the department, to include management in the absence of the Director
• Support multiple software tools, data integrity, reporting and data sharing between college offices and vendors
• Perform duties involving student billing and ensure distribution
• Perform daily, monthly and yearly account reconciliations
• Coordinate and collaborate on the college’s on-line cashiering system, including upgrades, communication which ensures excellent student services
• Monitor and follow up with enrolled students to ensure financial clearance
• Represent Student Financial Services in advising and counseling students with affordability options
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Application Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References 

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment. 
• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years College contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • College contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist College.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • College pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the College.

About the Department/School:

The Marist College Office of Student Financial Services is committed to providing affordability options and managing the equitable distribution of student aid funds. The office coordinates student employment both on and off campus, student billing, and financial literacy. We are dedicated to promoting accessibility through personalized service and integrity. 

About Marist College:

Located on the banks of the historic Hudson River and at its Florence, Italy campus, Marist College is a comprehensive, independent institution grounded in the liberal arts. Its mission is to “help students develop the intellect, character, and skills required for enlightened, ethical, and productive lives in the global community of the 21st century.” Marist educates approximately 5,000 traditional-age undergraduate students and 1,200 adult and graduate students in 53 undergraduate majors and numerous graduate programs, including fully online MBA, MPA, MS, and MA degrees, and also Doctor of Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant programs. Marist is consistently ranked among the best colleges and universities in America by The Princeton Review (Colleges T