"Accounting Technician"

Position Information

Position Title: Accounting Technician

Working Title: Accounting Technician

Position Number: 000017

Full-time or Part-time: Full Time

Time Limited Position: No

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Treasurer/Bursar -Finance & Admin

Posting Number: 0402617

SHRA/EHRA: SHRA

Job Category: Clerical and Secretarial

Hiring Range: $34,576.00 - $41,176.00

Overall Position Competency: Journey

Primary Purpose of the Organization:

The primary mission of the Officer of Student Accounts is to support the University’s educational goals through the correct assessment of the student tuition and fees, collections, receipting the University funds and the diligent management of the Federal Perkins Loan Fund. This also encompasses providing an appropriate support system for the staff of the Business and Finance Office to insure their progressive development in the use of the Banner, ECSI (Educational Computer Systems Incorporated), TouchNet, WebFocus and other related computer software systems. This Unit is comprised of three areas: (1) Cashiers’ Office, (2) Student Accounts Receivables and (3) Federal Perkins Loans

Primary Purpose of the Position:

The primary responsibility of this position is to independently handle the Third-Party billing, Setoff Debt Collection and the Employee tuition waiver processes for the university. This position is responsible for counseling students daily on university processes and procedures as it relates to the third-party billing, collecting of setoff debt and tuition waivers. This position coordinates and works directly with all Military services, the Department of Veteran Affairs, Vocational Rehabilitation agencies, State Government Agencies, County Government Agencies, local Companies and Human Resources departments. This position requires the ability to test system processes for accuracy and provide suggested resolutions when needed. Must be able to interpret Federal, State and University regulations and provide guidance where related to direct job duties. Must be able to adjust and accept changes easily.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge skills and abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and concepts.
• Experience in handling Higher Ed student collections process
• Knowledge of Federal and State regulations governing Colleges and Universities.
• Experience with Banner, Argos, TouchNet, ECSI and WebFocus.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Products to include Excel, Word, and Power Point.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.” Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Closing Date: 03/31/2026

Open Until Filled: No