Cashiering Manager

Overview

Join the University of Alaska Anchorage’s Office of the Bursar team as the next Cashiering Manager and play a pivotal role in keeping the university’s financial operations running smoothly. This position leads key payment and student account functions, manages external donor scholarships, and helps maintain strong internal controls that protect university funds by providing training across campus departments. This is a great opportunity for someone with a financial background who wants to contribute to a student‑focused service environment.

• Oversee campus payment operations and serve as a key member of the Bursar’s leadership team.
• Champion high‑quality student service, streamline processes, and ensure compliance with GAAP and university policies.
• Supervise three Accounts Receivable Technicians and up to one student worker.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure payments and deposits are posted accurately and timely.
• Oversee campus  and serve as a trusted resource for cash handling guidance across campus.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, statistics, or related field and 2 years professional fiscal experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to high‑quality customer service.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles and ability to independently interpret and apply complex policies.
• Strong proficiency with electronic information systems, including Banner, spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and email platforms.
• Experience with cash handling or internal controls for cash and supervising staff (preferred).
• Knowledge of UA policies, procedures, and systems related to accounts receivable and finance (essential).

• Understands internal controls necessary to safeguard cash.
• Enjoys helping people understand complex information.
• Performs well under pressure and maintains accuracy despite frequent interruptions.
• Enjoys researching issues, thinking critically, and independently resolving problems.
• Embraces technology and initiates process improvements for smarter ways of doing business.
• Strives to create a positive experience for every student and campus partner with whom they interact.
• Enjoys leading a team and helping others to grow professionally.

• Work on a beautiful campus supporting Alaska’s largest university.
• Join a team that is dedicated, collaborative, and knows how to keep things fun.
• Play a direct role in the student experience and in supporting student success.
• Tuition waivers for you and your dependents.
• Comprehensive medical benefits available on the first day.
• Retirement benefits and additional voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Support for professional development and career growth.

This is a full‑time, exempt staff position located on the Anchorage campus. On‑site work is required. The role offers a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package, including retirement options, paid holidays, and tuition waivers for employees and family members.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early submission is encouraged.

The University of Alaska is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Coalition of Alaska University Staff for Equity (CAUSE-UAW).