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Job Summary

The Assistant Bursar will work closely with the Bursar to develop policies and procedures related to the billing and collection of tuition, fees, and other funds due to the College, and for the implementation of all billing functions as well as the deposition of funds into the appropriate bank accounts. Ensures the student invoice process is accurate and timely by coordinating the efforts between the Registrar, Admissions, and Financial Aid offices.

Job Duties

• The Assistant Bursar will work closely with the Bursar to develop, coordinate, and implement policies and procedures for the accurate and timely billing and collection of tuition and fees as well as other College billings as well as cash deposits.
• Responsible for review, processing and follow-up on all student refunds.
• Reconciliation and analysis of all receivable accounts between the subsidiary and general ledgers.
• The Assistant Bursar will work with the Bursar to recommend, implement and maintain the appropriate technology tools for student billing and collections for the College.
• Assist in coordinating and maintaining the student information system used for student billing and invoices.
• Maintains the billing office information on the website and Portal.
• Provide high quality customer service to students and their families by answering questions and resolving payment issues.
• Perform other accounting and accounts receivable duties as needed and ensures proper controls are in place.
• Responsible for reconciliation of revenue and receivable accounts and preparation of any necessary audit work papers and analysis.
• Work with the Bursar to collaborate with the Financial Aid office in providing one-stop student services regarding financial matters.
• Responsible for compliance with fiscal requirements mandated for handling federal and state student financial assistance funds.
• Attend College functions to explain financing options and College policy on invoice payment with respect to registration and graduation as assigned by the Bursar.

Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Position Details

Education

Bachelor's Degree- (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Accounting (Preferred)

Experience

Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.