Bursar

Bursar Position

The Business Office at Jackson State University is accepting applications for the Bursar position.

• Lead student registration and other campus events for Bursars Office.
• Oversee operations associated with student accounts receivable, student billing, student refunds and collections.
• Work with financial aid, registrar's office and admissions to coordinate student financial processes for the university.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations of Title IV, R2T4 and 1098 federal reporting.
• Ensure all university funds are properly accounted for and deposited timely.
• Maintain accuracy of student accounts and oversee student billing and receipting process.
• Prepare weekly tuition and fees collection reports.
• Monitor delinquent student accounts and support collection efforts.
• Handle escalated student account issues and provide financial solutions.
• Counsel manages student accounts receivables to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Represent Bursar Office at Campus-Wide Meetings.
• Supervise and lead Bursar Office staff.
• Update and maintain fee assessment functionality in Banner Saas.
• Oversee third party billing.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
• Master's Preferred.
• 5+ years' experience in student accounts receivable, collections, cash management, student billing, title IV funds.
• 5+ years supervisory experience managing student accounts receivable staff preferably in a college setting.
• 5+ year experience with Ellucian Banner student accounts receivable module.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations