Accounting Technician II, Cashier's Office

Are you a current Aims Employee, Temporary Worker? If so, to help avoid future access issues, please apply through your Workday account using "Browse Jobs" in the in the Workday search field located on the top center of the screen. Are you a current Aims Student? If so, to help avoid future access issues, please apply through your Workday account using the Aims Jobs app on your Workday home page. Are you both an Employee and a Student? If so, to help avoid future access issues, please apply through your Workday account using "Browse Jobs" in the in the Workday search field located on the top center of the screen. For assistance, please contact the recruitment team at 970-378-3720. Minimum Hiring Annual Salary: $48,288.00 Maximum Hiring Annual Salary: $50,703.00 To attain the maximum annual salary, employee must meet all minimum qualifications plus: 5 (five) years of additional applicable work experience and/or degrees higher than minimum qualification degree. Degrees higher than the minimum qualification degree can be used in combination with additional work experience. A combination of related education, on-the-job work experience, certifications and/or licenses that results in a candidate successfully meeting the minimum qualifications of the position, may be considered. The stated salary amounts are not guaranteed in the event employment ends with Aims during any fiscal year. Included with Aims Full-time Employment is a generous package of Benefits, most are listed below: Benefits are effective immediately 100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option) 85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and/or family Voluntary vision insurance Staff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days) 17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year Summer schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off Employer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees Tuition waiver for dependents PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits) Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest Free parking on all campuses Job Description: Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. The Accounts Receivable (A/R) Technician II plays an important role in supporting the Cashiers Office and the Financial Services department. This position is responsible for efficiently processing and managing student billing inquiries, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring smooth operations in the absence of the Accounts Receivable Accountant. The A/R Technician II will assist in the daily operations by running reports, updating records, troubleshooting financial discrepancies, and maintaining written procedures for the Cashier's office. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills to provide timely and accurate support to students and other departments. This role demands a keen eye for detail, the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The A/R Technician II ensures the efficient processing of financial transactions and provides a high level of customer service to students, staff, faculty and administrators alike. Communication: Communicate effectively with internal departments to ensure accurate invoicing and payments. Provide clear and concise updates on account status and collections progress to management. Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, addressing any issues or concerns related to billing or payments. Disseminate information to students, faculty, staff and visitors. Handle escalated client issues and ensure prompt resolution. Create communications/publications and disseminate to campus departments. Office Management: Manage daily operations when Accounts Receivable Accountant is out of the office due to internal or external commitments. Assist with updating and maintaining course and course section definitions, fees and tuition coding. Assist with establishing, revising and/or maintaining internal procedures and controls for the department. Assist in training and supporting cashiers at other campus locations. Analyze and reconcile internal inconsistencies between manual and computerized systems. Create and verify monthly office supply orders. Account Receivable Reconciliation: Assist with daily reconciliation and verification of cash receipts from all points of service locations. Assist Accounts Receivable Accountant with yearly and monthly audit paperwork and reconciliations. Assist with troubleshooting bank reconciliation review requests and provide resolution. Research and provide resolution as appropriate to inconsistencies in records/transactions. Identify and correct Student deposit discrepancies Manage and identify unpaid invoices for sponsor billing. Prepare journal entries, and other operational journals as needed. Reconcile accounts for Accounts Receivable as assigned by the Accounts Receivable Accountant. Accounts Receivable Billing: Run essential processes, such as billing, fee assessment and hold placement when needed. Process overpayments as refunds to all eligible sponsors. Create new sponsor contracts per semester Process incoming refund requests from all aims departments Review student overpayment reports and resolve refund issues. Other Duties Assigned: Professional Development – maintain proficiency in higher education and industry standards. Follow state and federal laws related to data retention and reporting. Serve on department, division and institutional committees as needed. Minimum Qualifications: Associate's Degree in Accounting or Business with emphasis in Accounting; plus, three (3) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience. Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Access. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and maintain professionalism under pressure. Ability to interact effectively with a diverse population. Well-organized, detail-oriented, and familiar with business office environments. Availability to work evening hours at least one day per week, and up to four days per week. Must be eligible for bonding. Required Documents: Cover Letter Resume Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) years of experience in the operation of an electronic calculator, data entry, and electronic cash register. All Applicants: Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have performed under the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information. Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary. Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in "Additional Job Description" section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section. If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered. Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you may redact information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. For information on our hiring practices, please visit our resource page: https://www.aims.edu/departments/human-resources/hiring-process. Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within three (3) business days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired. Screening/Selection: To be considered, please provide a thorough and complete application. Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials. Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than nine (9) months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay. Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position. Aims Community College is seeking talented people who are dedicated to helping our students succeed. Aims is a locally governed and funded debt-free progressive community college based in Greeley, Colorado with three satellite campuses in Fort Lupton, Loveland and Windsor. Aims serves 8,000 students per year, preparing them for success with 200 degree and certificate programs. Aims staff, faculty and administration work as a team to ensure excellent service and educational standards. Our student body reflects the growing diversity of our community: 55% of our students identify as white, 36% Hispanic, 2% Asian, 2% African-American, and 2% multiracial. Aims is committed to serving all of our students, including populations that are traditionally underserved in higher education. We welcome applicants who share a commitment to inclusive excellence. Questions or Need Assistance: If you need assistance applying for a job, please contact our HR Department, hrassist@aims.edu , or call us at 970-339-6670.

Salary : $48,288 - $50,703