Student Accounts Specialist

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title
Student Accounts Specialist

Position Number
E99320

Division
Accounting Manager

Department
Business Office

Job Description

• Process accounts payable checks, matching checks with invoices, and mailing checks to vendors or employees.
• Receive and apply payments for tuition, fees, and all other miscellaneous student activity fees as well as process all general receipts college wide.
• Input journal entries for procurement.
• Maintain student/accounts payable filing.
• Assist with accounts payable.
• Assist with accounts receivable.
• Assist students and faculty/staff.
• Process mail daily.
• Take daily deposits to the bank.
• Assist with cash box requests for various departments.
• Assist in the maintenance of the student refund system.
• Use courtesy, discretion, and professionalism in dealing with students, parents, staff, faculty, administration, and third-party or outside agencies.
• Miscellaneous duties as requested by Director of Students Accounts and/or Accounting Manager.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Keyboarding, ten-key, and basic math skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Business or Accounting.
• Completion of computer/business/accounting courses at the college level.
• Knowledge of community college programs and services.
• Previous experience at a college or university.
• Two years of accounts receivable and billing/cashiering or equivalent office work experience.

Physical Demands

Salary/Salary Range

Posting Detail Information

Vacancy Number
16-26

Posting Number
12821

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
05/25/2026

Position End Date (if applicable)

Job Open Date
04/28/2026

Job Close Date
05/03/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Contract Length
12 month

Special Instructions to Applicants

College transcripts are required to complete the application process. You may submit unofficial transcripts for the interview process; however, if a degree is required, your transcripts must be received in order to complete the application process. Letters of recommendation are optional to submit with your application; however, if you do not submit 2 letters of recommendation or have 2 responses received from the listed references, your application is not complete and will not be considered.

Advertising Summary

Meridian Community College has an open position for Business Office/Accounts Receivable Specialist. The applicant needs to possess teamwork, interpersonal communications, confidentiality, and customer service skills. They would also need to be comfortable with the use of computers/technology; in addition to being able to work well with faculty, staff, students and community members.

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https://meridiancc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2269