- Atlantic Acting School
Company: Atlantic Acting School
Job Location: New York, New York
Category: Business and Financial Services
Type: Full-Time
Email: [contact details available in the full listing]
Atlantic Acting School, a NAST-accredited and Title IV-certified professional acting school, is seeking an experienced Business Officer to oversee key financial, business and administrative operations for our growing conservatory. This position is ideal for someone interested in making a long-term commitment to Atlantic and growing with the organization.
The Business Officer will serve as a bridge between the School's academic and financial operations, working with leadership, students, parents and faculty. The Business Officer is responsible for Title IV administration, SEVIS compliance, student accounts and faculty contracts. This position requires sound judgement and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently, excellent organizational and communication skills, and impeccable attention to detail.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Administer Title IV aid, including G6 drawdowns, disbursements, R2T4 calculations, reporting and compliance
- Work with School leadership to ensure all federal aid requirements and timelines are met
- Manage international student records and issue Form I-20s, maintain student information on SEVIS and advise on F-1 visa requirements (enrollment, employment, travel) as well as ensure ongoing compliance with DHS regulations
- Administer GI Bill and other veteran education benefits
- Oversee tuition billing, payment plans, scholarships and work-study awards
- Manage additional fees, tuition refunds and monthly reconciliation of tuition/student payments
- Generate and oversee student contracts and payment plans; track outstanding balances
- Generate and oversee faculty and other School-related contracts and hiring paperwork
- With the Finance Department, manage the annual Title IV Compliance Exam and assist with the annual audit
Qualifications
- Experience administering Title IV federal financial aid; appropriate federal financial aid training and certification required
- SEVIS experience required
- Excellent organizational and communication skills; impeccable attention to detail
- Strong Excel and financial systems skills required
- Nonprofit finance, higher education, or school administration experience strongly preferred
- Genuine interest in performing arts and/or education
This is a full-time, non-exempt position with an annual salary of $48,000–$52,000 and a full benefits package including paid time off, health, dental and optional employee-contributed vision insurance, life insurance, long- and short-term disability upon eligibility, an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan, a Flexible Spending Account and Transit Benefits.
The School Business Officer reports directly to the Education Director. Please email a cover letter and resume to Heather Baird at jobs@atlantictheater.org and include "Business Officer" in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
