Assistant Bursar

Assistant Bursar

Saint Elizabeth University, Morristown, New Jersey, United States

Assistant Bursar supports the Bursar in handling student accounts related to tuition and fees in collaboration with financial aid and the registrar.

• Responsible for the collection of delinquent accounts.
• Posting financial aid and loans disbursements.
• Creating and processing of billing statements.
• Maintain various payment systems and options including online payments; monthly Tuition Pay plan and defer tuition program GNP. Post daily cash receipts, preparing daily bank deposits & reconcile daily bank statements.
• Handles Add/Drop activity to calculate refund percentage for dropped classes.
• Assist with tax preparation.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned as necessary to support the Bursar’s Office.
• Account Analysis.

• A Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Accounting, Finance or any other related field.
• Three years’ experience in accounting practices is required.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Ellucian, Power Campus, Thesis Elements, or other programs is a plus.
• Working knowledge of software applications especially Excel and Office.
• Must have effective time management organization skills, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, make decisions and perform other job related duties as assigned.

$45,000 - $57,000

• Dental and Vision Plan – (Paid by employee)
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance (No cost to employee)
• Supplemental Insurance Available for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
• Other Voluntary Plans (Legal, Identity-Theft, Accident, Critical Care, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Remission for Employee, Spouse, and/or Dependents
• Tuition Exchange Program offering Reciprocal Scholarships Nationwide at 600+ Colleges and Universities
• Paid State and Federal holidays, as well as the week before and the week after Christmas off with pay
• Paid Days Off on Fridays in the Summer Months
• Birthday as a Paid Day Off
• Vacation Days
• Sick Days
• Employee Discount Program

Saint Elizabeth University is committed to fostering a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and a strong sense of belonging. Our collective success is driven by the open and respectful exchange of ideas—an exchange that is enriched by the diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We believe that this environment thrives when all individuals feel welcomed, safe, secure, and heard.

In support of this commitment, Saint Elizabeth University provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Any information collected for Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) or Affirmative Action reporting purposes will be used solely in compliance with applicable regulations. Providing this information is voluntary and will not affect an applicant’s opportunity for employment or the terms and conditions of employment.