Accounting Advisor

Description :

JOB TITLE : Accounting Advisor

STATUS : Non-Exempt / Hourly

TYPE : On-Campus

REPORTS TO : Regional Student Accounts Manager

PURPOSE

The Accounting Department is central to the fiscal performance of the Campus and is responsible for maintaining the overall health of all student accounts. This may include, but is not limited to, ensuring all student accounts are up-to-date, students are in good financial standing, any changes to a student’s account are communicated to the appropriate staff member(s), and all transactions have been correctly recorded in a timely fashion. The Accounting Advisor will work closely with the Campus’ Financial Aid and Admissions departments on current and new student accounts. The Accounting Advisor will also report to the Campus Director on the overall financial performance of the Campus.

OVERALL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain the accuracy of each individual student’s account
• Post quarterly tuition and fees in SIS for every student
• Collect and process the Registration Fee for all incoming students
• Create, review, and update monthly payment plans for current and new students
• Post student’s private payments in SIS
• Process payment reminders and delinquency notices
• Post late fees for student late payments
• Process accounting holds (placing students on academic hold for delinquent payments)
• Coordinate accounting holds with IT department
• Monitor all past due payments and follow-up with current / previous students for collections via phone calls, text messages and emails
• Review, audit, and prepare delinquent accounts to submit to designated collection agencies before referring account to Corporate Office
• Process requests for living expenses, and credit balances
• Timely response and meetings for student questions and concerns
• Accounting financial clearance for externship students and graduates
• Process bank deposits
• Adhere to all State and Accrediting Agencies regulations
• Additional duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager and / or Campus Director

OVERALL EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

CULTURE OF CARE

Culture of Care is our commitment to create a supportive environment in which every student can achieve their educational and career goals. Culture of Care encourages one-on-one relationships. Creating a culture that focuses on the student and their wellness. This includes understanding the student's complex lives. It is about creating a school where everyone feels welcomed by :

Creating a sense of community in all interactions and communications with students

DISCLAIMER

I have read the above Job Description and understand its contents. I further understand that this Job Description is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or physical requirements / working conditions associated with my job. I may be required to perform additional tasks necessary to meet standards of quality. I understand that my employment with Smith Chason College is on an “at-will” basis.

Requirements :

Compensation details : 24.04-26.44 Hourly Wage

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