Accounts Receivable Specialist

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Join Indian River State College as an Accounts Receivables Specialist!

Are you ready to make a difference in higher education? Indian River State College is seeking a talented and dedicated Accounts Receivables Specialist to join our dynamic finance team!

As an Accounts Receivables Specialist at Indian River State College, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our mission to provide accessible, high-quality education to our community. You'll be responsible for managing accounts receivables processes with precision and efficiency, ensuring the financial health of our institution.

What You'll Do:

Manage billing and invoicing processes for student accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Reconcile student accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly to maintain accurate financial records.

Collaborate with students, faculty, and staff to address billing inquiries and facilitate payment arrangements.

Utilize accounting software and systems to track receivables and generate financial reports.

Stay current on federal and state regulations related to student financial services and ensure compliance.

What You Bring:

Associate Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or a related field; 2+ years of experience in accounts receivables or a related field.

Strong proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

Join Indian River State College and be part of a team committed to transforming lives through education. If you're passionate about finance and eager to contribute to the success of our students, apply now and embark on a rewarding career journey with us!

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, this position provides support for Accounts Receivable. Duties include providing customer service and support for students/customers, processing billings, posting financial aid payments, reconciling accounts, and performing General Accounting duties.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees requirement and application of coverage to student accounts for third-party scholarships, internal scholarships, Florida Prepaid, tuition payment plan, military and veteran benefits and financial aid to student tuition and bookstore accounts.
• Receives and reviews Florida Prepaid student funds; reviews for updates, bills/invoices; conducts payment follow up, and maintains files for Florida Prepaid students.
• Applies state mandated waivers and exemptions to student accounts.
• Creates invoices, monitors and collects payments from agencies and students.
• Coordinates with the Veterans' liaison for students receiving veterans' benefits; bills military agencies through various governmental portals.
• Applies various forms of coverage to student accounts.
• Complies with the Fair Debt Collection Act guidelines in collecting payments for accounts turned over for collection; monitors and reconciles student accounts turned over for collection.
• Maintains and provides supporting documentation as requested for audits; creates and submits reports as needed; and conducts student account reviews and explains information to students/parents/or IRSC staff including payments, charges, adjustments, and waivers
• Works a flexible schedule to service students and customers as needed.
• Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field; two (2) years of work experience in Accounts Receivable or a related field preferably in using an integrated enterprise-wide accounting system; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of accounting including reconciliation of financial records, Fair Debt Collection Act, application of financial aid to student accounts, and related computer accounting systems/software.
• Skill in organizing.
• Skill in working with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications.
• Ability to work with people under high pressure situations; be accurate and detailed oriented; maintain confidentiality, and work independently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as sedentary work involving lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally, and other sedentary criteria are met.

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Additionally, all employees of the College are expected to maintain professional standards of communication, able to learn and apply new technology, and abide by all policies and procedures. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.