Oklahoma State University hiring ASSISTANT BURSAR in Okmulgee, OK | LinkedIn (2024)

GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for maintaining accurate, up-to-date billings for sponsored students, scholarships, special arrangement students, and external billings. Provide support and supervision in the absence of the Bursar.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with Student Financial Services to properly credit student accounts for financial aid, scholarships, and tuition waivers.
• Invoice student sponsors for approved amounts.
• Reconcile student sponsor and contract accounts as payments are received and at the end of each semester.
• Coordinate Banner related activities including Accounts Receivable of all external billings.
• Act as relief cashier and prepare daily deposit, including Advice of Deposit cards, deposit slips, and reconciliation of vault cash.
• Verify student accounts for accuracy and correct any errors on Banner AR.
• Process financial aid returns to lenders as requested by Student Financial Services.
• Process scholarship, student sponsor, and company returns to correct accounts as needed.
• Provide back up support in all areas of the Bursar’s office as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Special Instructions to Applicants Please upload cover letter, resume, and list of references for full consideration. Education & ExperiencePosition Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Accounting, Business or Management from an accredited college or university required. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered if relevant. Degree obtainment would be required upon hire.
• Evidences a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
• Three to four years of work experience in accounting, finance or banking.
• Experience with Banner operating system highly preferred.
• Must possess knowledge of generally accepted accounting standards.
• Ability to safeguard privacy and confidentiality of information accessible in the Bursar Office.
• Must be able to interact comfortably and effectively with a diverse student population.
• Must possess excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Must have critical thinking, mathematical, and interpreting skills and be able to perform complex data recording operations.
• 10-key by touch.
• A positive “can-do” attitude along with a professional appearance and demeanor should be modeled at all times.
• Must have a willingness to continually self-initiate learning to remain proficient.
• Should be able to quickly grasp and apply new skills and methods.
• Must be customer service motivated with ability to work and respond effectively to varied audiences of internal and external clients.
• Must possess a demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Must be flexible, innovative and self-motivated.
• Strong verbal communication skills to include individual interaction and group directives.
• Must be proficient in information technology mediums to include word processing, database, spreadsheets and specialized software packages.
• Excellent written communication and listening skills and customer responsiveness are essential.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively recognize and resolve conflict.
• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license is required if operating a personal or university vehicle to conduct university business.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
• Travel may be required.
• Normal office physical environment; ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.