Accounts Receivable Specialist

Position Summary

Assist with the daily operations of the campus business office, including processing of student fees, bank deposits, student accounts receivable, involvement in the student enrollment process, student refunds, monthly reconciliation of designated accounts, distribution of petty cash, assist with billings to outside agencies for tuition, fees and books and other duties as assigned.

Key Performance Indicators

1. Process billing accurately and timely
2. Assist with collections
3. Assist with timely preparation of 1098Ts and other student communications
4. Maintain accurate records

Essential Functions

1. Enroll and process student billing. 
2. Provide customer service to students and parents with billing questions, including charges and financial aid (both pending and posted).
3. Reconcile and post online payments
4. Record income for shooting range deposits.
5. Post outreach center payments.
6. Collect fees and provide students receipt for all funds received.
7. Send statements to non-institution providers of scholarships.
8. Send statement to all high school students for tuition, fees, books.
9. Prepare letters for returned checks.
10. Balance cash receipts daily.
11. Assist in the audit process and disbursements of financial aid refunds.
12. Process all other accounts receivable, other than students’ accounts receivable, (e.g. corporations, governments, interest, etc.)
13. Perform other duties as assigned

 
Required Behaviors, Competencies, and Skills

Ability to relate quickly and tactfully to a variety of people, including the general public and colleagues.

Interpersonal skills:

Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work under time pressures effectively to meet deadlines.

Communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of people both inside and outside of the organization.

Ability to handle confidential matters judiciously.

Ability to identify and express problems and develop solutions from alternative methods and procedures.

Ability to understand directions, ask questions for clarification, and demonstrate appropriate action.

Technical skills:

Excellent computer skills including proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.

Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness.

Excellent spelling, grammar and proofreading skills.

Access and input data using computer, typing accurately.

Experience

Education:

Associate’s degree or two years directly related full-time work experience.

Work Experience:

At least one year of full-time work experience in accounting in addition to above criteria.

Industry Knowledge:

Knowledge of basic accounting procedures.
Knowledge of general office procedures, filing systems, and spreadsheets.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Working in a professional office environment this position requires sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, light lifting, grasping, talking, seeing, hearing and repetitive motion.

Mineral Area College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender identity, disability, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, genetic and family medical history as defined by GINA, or marital or parental status, in admission/access to, or treatment/employment in its programs and activities.

Please email your cover letter, resume, and unofficial college transcripts to HR@MineralArea.edu.