University Bursar

University Bursar

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research,and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education,all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbeswho named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

University Bursar

Director D, Business and Finance

The University of Pennsylvania is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as University Bursar within Student Registration and Financial Services (SRFS). In this key leadership role, the Bursar oversees student billing, accounts receivable,collections, and student financial operations supporting more than $1.4 billion in student account activity. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate and compliant financial transactions, partnering with university stakeholders to enhance financial processes,supporting financial wellness initiatives, and leading efforts to improve the student financial experience.

The position also provides leadership in budgeting, financial reporting, policy development, and continuous improvement of student financial systems and services. Candidates should possess significant experience in higher education finance, student accounts, and financial systems administration.

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The University of Pennsylvania seeks a highly professional,experienced, and strategic leader to serve as the University Bursarwithin Student Registration and Financial Services (SRFS). This critical leadership role is responsible for overseeing the billing and collection of over $1.4 billion in student accounts receivable,including tuition, financial aid disbursements, housing, mealplans, and various student fees. Additionally, the Bursar will manage student loan receivables and collections for a portfoliototaling over $4 million.

As a collaborative leader, the Bursar will partner with academic and administrative stakeholders across the university to ensure efficient, transparent, and compliant financial processes relatedto tuition, fees, and student accounts. This position also leadsinitiatives to strengthen financial operations and assist in financial wellness, working closely with university leadership to improve accessibility. This includes billing and receivablesoversight, tuition collections, assisting with financial aiddisbursement, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all student financial transactions.

Additionally, the position supportsbudgeting, financial reporting, and general financial operations within the university. The Bursar will report to the Associate Vice President of Student Registration and Financial Services, collaborating with senioruniversity leadership to develop long-term financial strategies,operational policies, and student financial system improvements.

The University Bursar is responsible for managing student accounts and financial operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with institutional and regulatory policies. This includes overseeing student billing, receivables, collections, and tuition payments while ensuring seamless coordination with financial aid disbursement processes. The Bursar also plays a vitalrole in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance…