Student Billing & Accounts Reconciliation Specialist

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a pooled posting for the following position numbers:
602095 and 600664.

Position/Classification Title

Position/Classification Title 512000:
Accounting Assistant

Working Title

Position Number

Position Number 600664

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Permanent
- Full Time

Tenure Track No

FTE

FTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

Department Hiring Range

EEO-1 Category

EEO-1 Category Professionals

SOC Code

SOC Code 43-3031 - Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

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Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University ( NCCU ), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU , your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

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• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11-12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more.

The primary purpose of the Student Accounting Office is to manage the collection of tuition and fees on behalf of the students. The unit’s engagement in the process will enable the University to achieve its enrollment objectives and its retention and graduation efforts.

The primary purpose of position is the accounts reconciliation process on monthly and annual basis. This entails running reports, reviewing, analyzing and researching data, preparing spreadsheets, preparing journal entries and cash management transfers to ensure that accounts receivable accounts are cleared properly. This position will also assist in updating and maintaining policies and procedures. This position will assist in analyzing and reconciling accounts receivable for year-end closing.

Additionally, this position is to assist students in resolving billing issues. The position will analyze students’ accounts, make adjustments to student accounts, as needed and assist students in understanding their bill and balance. Position will also assist and direct students in resolving other university issues, as needed. Good customer service is imperative.

The successful candidate must possess a working knowledge of Banner Finance or an equivalent system; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word and Excel) Applications; knowledge of accounting and/or collections experience; knowledge of analyze accounting transactions; knowledge of balancing and reconciling accounts; knowledge of file management and track transaction; must demonstrate the ability to work independently with little or no supervision;

to take initiative to see projects and assignments through to completion; to learn, interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions; to exercise judgment and discretion in problem solving; to plan, prioritize and organize workflow; ability to work flexible schedules; excellent analytical and organizational skills along with written and oral communication skills, excellent editing; great interpersonal skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of individuals in a high pressure environment.

High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.