Accounts Receivable Technician Job Coos Bay area,Oregon USA,Accounting

Responsible for performing a variety of accounts receivable and collection duties within the One Stop, with primary emphasis on student accounts receivable, financial aid student records, and performing procedures in accordance with Federal Title IV funds, utilizing extreme customer service. To authorize credit agreements and perform the functions of the collection process.

This position is currently open until 11:59 pm on September 20th, 2026.

This position is only open to internal applicants (currently employed Classified employees).

Internal candidates are interviewed and considered prior to any external candidates in accordance with the current Classified Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Accounts Receivable (approx. 40% of Time)

Assume responsibility for performing the duties of the student receivables process. Responsible for working with receipting and researching all incoming institutional monies associated with student accounts. Work with various outside agencies.

Post revenue transactions generated from Student Portal, One Stop, Housing, Family Center, and Curry campus. Journalize and post transactions to correct errors, removal of fees on student accounts, and adjust Housing and Culinary deposits

Review student accounts to problem solve and determine proper application and removal of charges.

Determine the accuracy of records within the receivables module and resolve issues by coordinating and implementing solutions, which may necessitate coordination between the Registrar, Financial Aid Office, First Stop, Housing, Culinary, and the Curriculum and Scheduling Coordinator.

To ensure students are being billed correctly, the setup and troubleshooting of the billing tables associated with course numbers, academic year, term, and course catalog is monitored weekly/daily. Work closely with the Curriculum and Scheduling Coordinator, faculty, deans, and other departments as needed.

Refund Checks (approx. 25% of Time)

Comply with Title IV guidelines for writing, packaging, and disbursing financial aid, foundation funds, and tuition grants assigned to students’ accounts receivable.

Calculate, verify, and issue student refund checks.

Comprehend the 1098-T IRS regulations and assist the Business Office in the preparation, issuance, and customer service regarding the annual 1098-T.

Collections, Payment Plans (approx. 35% of Time)

Assume responsibility for the collection of all delinquent debts invoked through the student registration process, disbursement process, NSF checks, use of physical education equipment, and/or other services provided within the community college environment.

Pursue avenues necessary to obtain successful payment plans.

Performs Other Duties and Special Projects as Required/Assigned REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree OR the equivalent to two (2) years or more of post-high school training or education in accounting, computers, or business-related classes.

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in accounts receivable duties including authorizing credit, the collection process and cashiering.

Successful applicants for this position must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.
Ability to work effectively and sensitively with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives, and abilities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to all federal, state, and college policies regarding student information.
Ability to consistently convey a pleasant and helpful attitude by using excellent…