Business Office Assistant

Bushnell University Overview

Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. In joining the staff here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your faith while you make a difference in the lives of our students. Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene's vibrant university district, which includes the University of Oregon. Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.

Job Summary

The Business Office Assistant is a key member of the Business Office team, providing face to face, email, and over the phone support to students and staff. This position handles payments and answers questions regarding student account balances, and assists other Business Office staff with various duties as needed. This position demonstrates excellent attention to detail, time management, and vendor coordination.

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Enters and reviews records for accuracy within accounting and other business software
• Verifies that procedures for recording information are being followed
• Tracks errors through Financial Edge and makes appropriate reversal or correcting entries
• Provides excellent customer service to campus faculty, staff, students, and vendors.
• Receives and records cash, check, and card payments for student accounts and from other University departments.
• Prepares daily bank deposits utilizing online banking, check scanner, student information system, Excel, etc.
• Answers main Business Office phone and assists callers by answering general and student account questions, taking credit and debit card payments, and transferring calls to other departments as necessary.
• Process invoices, distribute payment, and manage the accounts payable process
• Performs assigned accounting reconciliations and entries on a regular basis
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualification Requirements

Working Conditions / Special Requirements

Application Instructions

Bushnell employees are expected to abide by the Theological Context for Bushnell Community Life. Please read this document before continuing.

To be considered for this position, please submit all of the following :

Section 1 : how a maturing Christian faith finds expression in the candidate's personal life, family life, community life, and current church membership;

Please include all requested materials. Incomplete application packets may result in disqualification.

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