College Bursar Assistant I

Malcolm X College is seeking a College Bursar Assistant I for the Business Office.

This Positionisresponsible for receiving and processing tuition payments at the cash terminal and assist with student inquiries regarding their accounts.

The mission of Malcolm X College is to provide accessible liberal arts and health-focused education that fosters personal and professional achievement. To fulfill this mission, we focus on the following core values: accountability, community, diversity, empowerment, learning, and respect.

• Receives, verifies, and processes cash deposits, tuition payments, and payments of other bills. Prepares the daily bank deposits for armor pick-up.
• Prepares daily cash reports and log sheets for accounts payable.
• Reviews, verifies, and processes vouchers, accepts and disburses funds in accordance with procedural guidelines.
• Matches invoices to purchase orders and requests updates as needed. Reviews vendor accounts.
• Prepares expense report as needed on vendor budgets and researches outstanding accounts. Contacts vendors for outstanding invoices, order updates and other inquiries.
• Processes registration transactions and assists in student registration activities.
• Processes third party transactions.
• Balances daily cash transactions and cashes petty cash warrants.
• Assists students with inquiries regarding their accounts. Reviews system to assess. Match exceptions and problem resolution.
• Assists with data for preparing reports.
• Assists in student registration activities.
• Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence Standards.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Associates Degree is required; supplemented by 2 years of cash handling and accurate record of cash balancing; or an equivalent combination of training or experience.
• Good knowledge of basic accounting principles and techniques. Good knowledge of accounting and auditing terminology. Some knowledge of accounting software a plus.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accounting records. Ability to write simple financial statements and reports. Ability to supervise work of student assistants.
• Good organizational skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer skills required.

Salary Range: $51,771.

Offered salary will be determined by the respective collective bargaining agreement and applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

• Excellent health benefits at a low cost
• Investment plans 403(b) & 457(b)
• SURS Retirement Plan
• Generous vacation, holidays, personal and sick days
• Tuition Reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness

This position is represented by the Local 1708 union.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire (when FT)

Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!

Additional Information

• Salary Range:
  Salary Range: $51,771.