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Assistant Bursar, Third Party
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Assistant Bursar, Third Party Application Instructions: External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The " My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. Current Mercer University Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply. Job Title: Assistant Bursar, Third Party Department: Bursar's Office College/Division: General University Primary Job Posting Location: Macon, GA 31207 Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based) Job Details: Mercer University is searching for an Assistant Bursar, Third Party for the Macon campus. Responsibilities: The purpose of the Assistant Bursar position is to assist the University Bursar, Associate Bursar, and Senior Assistant Bursar with various duties required to manage the Macon Bursar Office and maintain compliance with the Department of Ed Cash Management Regulations and Federal and State regulatory agencies. This position is responsible for the management of receivables, reconciliation of Military and VA accounts, and implementation of University policies and procedures. Regularly communicates with Academic and Financial Planning Advisors, School Certifying Officials, and Military Agencies. May involve troubleshooting and reporting integration problems to Bursar Operations and correcting student accounts when required. Processing of all military billing to include VA Chapters 31 and 33, ROTC, Army, Navy, and Air Force, using various VA and military online portals. Assists with collection activities to include written correspondence and telephone calls to students, staff, and military and VA entities. This position is responsible for reviewing and posting payment schedules; tasks require an ability to understand the various billing methods and multiple tuition schedules to ascertain the correct amount of supplemental aid to cover. Provides leadership, ensuring that due diligence is performed on all military and VA student accounts. Position is required to lead by example and show an ability to explain, teach, and support others. Incumbent is responsible for proposing changes to policy to ensure compliance with various regulations. Serves as backup support for student term/session withdrawals in the absence of the Senior Assistant Bursar and involves the ability to calculate withdrawal refund calculations and adjustments to student accounts based on federal compliance guidelines. Serves as backup office manager of the Macon Bursar Office and represents the Bursar Office in university meetings in the absence of Senior Assistant Bursar and Associate Bursar or when deemed appropriate for the area of responsibility. Assist students, parents, and others as necessary to resolve account issues and arrange special payment agreements. May work on special projects as assigned. Qualifications: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university and two years of experience which must include handling cash deposits, reconciliations, accounts receivable, customer service, and problem resolution. In lieu of education, equivalent directly related experience will be considered. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Background Check Contingencies: - Criminal History - Credit Check Required Document Attachments: - Resume - Cover letter - List of three professional references with contact information Why Work at Mercer University Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, s chedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/ Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Family: Staff Student Operations Non-exempt EEO Statement: EEO/Veteran/Disability To apply, visit https://merceruniversity.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/external/job/Macon-GA--31207/Assistant-Bursar--Third-Party_25-273-1 jeid-65b245631d57fc41a1953beed025b135 |