Accounts Receivable Coordinator (Accounting Technician III)

Position Summary

The Accounts Receivable Coordinator plays a key role in supporting San Diego State University’s student financial operations by overseeing third-party billings and special student programs. This position is responsible for billing external agencies for student tuition and fees, applying authorized waivers, managing exchange program accounts, and generating monthly billing statements for students with outstanding balances. The incumbent exercises independent judgment and applies accounting expertise and policy knowledge to resolve complex billing matters, working closely with campus partners and university leadership to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective financial stewardship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage third-party billing for student tuition and fees each academic term, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with CSU and university policies.
• Apply and reconcile tuition and fee waivers and oversee billing for outgoing and incoming student exchange programs.
• Generate and distribute monthly billing statements and resolve student account discrepancies.
• Review, analyze, and reconcile accounting records involving multiple transactions, funds, and programs in accordance with GAAP.
• Utilize integrated financial, student accounting, cashiering, and financial aid systems to support accounts receivable operations.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven institution where your work directly supports student access and success.
• Apply your accounting and analytical skills in a complex, dynamic higher education environment.
• Collaborate with campus partners and leadership while exercising independent judgment and professional autonomy.
• Benefit from SDSU’s commitment to professional development, stability, and work-life balance.
• Join an inclusive and collaborative campus culture within the California State University system

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Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• This position is eligible for telecommuting up to 2 days per week, following a training period during which on-site presence is required.

Department Summary

San Diego State University is a dynamic institution where employees contribute to meaningful work that supports student success and major campus initiatives. The Division of Business and Financial Affairs (BFA) plays a key role in large-scale projects such as Snapdragon Stadium and the my.SDSU system. Within BFA, the Department of Financial Operations oversees the University’s financial and budgetary controls and includes areas such as Budget and Finance, Audit, Shared Services, and the University Controller’s Office. This includes the University' Bursar's Office, Accounting Services, Financial Reporting, and Financial Systems Management and Analysis

The University Controller manages the institution’s financial systems, including budgets, revenues, and expenditures across all funds. This office oversees accounting, financial reporting, transaction processing, and compliance with regulatory and GAAP standards, ensuring accurate analysis, reconciliation, and reporting of all University financial activity.

The University Bursar’s Office provides essential student-facing financial services, including billing, collections, cashiering, and direct deposit processing. Working closely with the Student Financial Center and Financial Aid Office, the Bursar ensures that student financial transactions are handled accurately, efficiently, and with a strong focus on customer service.

For more information regarding the University Bursar’s Office, click here.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to four years of progressively responsible financial record-keeping experience which has provided the above