Director Accounting Services

3 weeks ago

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States St. Catherine University Full time


Director Accounting Services

Division:
Finance & Administration

Department/Office:
Student Accounts

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St. Catherine University
and our
Finance Team
invite applications for a
Director of Accounting Services and Student Accounts
.

Our Business Office is an agile and diverse environment and provides all administrative support for financial matters for the university, including budgeting, financial analysis, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax reporting and grant monitoring. This position oversees student accounts and accounting services including billing and collections and compliance. The primary focus of the position is to provide hands-on leadership for institutional funds, oversee billing services, collections, compliance and the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes for the University.

Responsibilities include:
  • Responsible for the oversight and management of University-wide receivables (which include student accounts, auxiliary, and institutional receivables) and the related billing, collections, compliance and reporting of these assets, as well as, the oversight and management of federal nursing and Perkins loan programs administered by the University.
  • Oversees daily treasury and banking activities, ensuring timely and accurate recording, receipting and deposit of cash, checks and other bank related activities.
  • Responsible for the assessment of student tuition and fees, posting of and reconciliation of financial aid disbursement/refunds, billing and oversight of the tuition appeals process. Manage the student accounts billing/fees assessment process by obtaining all the tuition and fees information each term, reconciling billing, troubleshooting and correcting billing problems to ensure accurate and timely billing of tuition and fees for the University.
  • Provide analysis of student accounts based on aging and past due accounts.
  • Makes recommendations on tuition and fees based on analysis of data and consultation with other members of the organization.
  • Collaborates regularly with Financial Aid, Registrar's Office, Academic Advising, and Student Affairs on workflows, policies, and student support initiatives to promote efficiency, consistency and equity.
  • Partner with auxiliary areas such as the Bookstore, Athletics, O'Shaughnessy Theatre, Continuing Education, Global Studies, University Events, and external partners on billing, receivables, collections, and financial reporting/reconciliation.
  • Recommend and implement policies and procedures to accomplish the goals of the department and continue efforts to improve on the outstanding receivables of the University.
  • Responsible for overseeing the timely and accurate receipting and processing of accounts receivable, petty cash and bank deposits.
  • The Director further serves as a strategic advisor around new procedures and processes that align with other university departments.
  • Collaborates on cross-functional strategic initiatives and provides subject matter expertise and industry best practices related to student, auxiliary and institutional billing and accounts receivable services.
  • Leads the financial and strategic evaluations of transformation initiatives to achieve enterprise wide operational effectiveness and efficiency.
Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:
  • Three weeks of accrued vacation time as well as fourteen (14) paid holidays and six paid "gift" days when the university is closed.
  • Accrued sick time.
  • Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 403b retirement plan access
  • Six weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service
St. Catherine University in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine
enrolls students
in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
  • FIve (5) years of experience that includes accounting, accounts receivable, collections, student billing and/or financial aid experience.
  • Five or more years of customer service.
  • Experience leading or supervising others.
  • Experience handling confidential information with discretion.
  • Experience serving internal and external customers with sensitive financial concerns.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • CPA, MBA or other appropriate certification.
  • Experience with collections and related regulations.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Collaborative, team-oriented leadership style.
  • Experience resolving disputes.
  • Experience in development and implementation of budget, policy and procedures.
  • Detail oriented with superior organization skills.
  • Experience with Banner or other highly integrated education software.
  • Experience with Touchnet or similar.
We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

Application instructions:

Posting Number:
STAFF

Posting Start Date:
08/21/2024

Application Deadline:
8/30/2024

To apply, visit

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at or

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