Accounting Specialist

• Ability to work collaboratively: Promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees in which every individual feels respected and valued.
• Strong organizational and time management skills: Handle multiple tasks and prioritize according to business needs.
• Customer Service skills: Work with various backgrounds represented by our student body, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Technology skills: Work with multiple computer software programs.
• Attention to Detail: Able to maintain accurate case notes and follow up on various student processes in a timely manner.
• Multitasking & Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in a dynamic environment.

The following is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

• Front line responsibilities
  • Take payment for student accounts
  • Serve as knowledge resource for other front-line staff

• 3rd Party Billing
  • Scholarship receipt and account management
  • Voucher receipt and account management
  • Lead on outreach for past due balances
  • Serve as backfill for primary frontline or third-party billing responsibilities

• High School Diploma

• Strong Excel knowledge

• Previous knowledge and experience with cash management and accounting receivables.

• Experience with working in multiple systems.

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)