What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Bursar position at Rider University?
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Position Overview
Rider University invites applications for an Assistant Bursar who will play a key role in supporting the financial operations of Rider University, with a primary focus on student billing, receivables, and collections. This position ensures accurate financial transactions and compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations. The Assistant Bursar also serves as a liaison between students, families, and various university departments to support financial transparency and customer service excellence.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- At least 4-5 years of experience in a university bursar, finance, or student services office.
- Proficiency with student information systems (e.g. Ellucian Banner, PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, Touchnet) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong communications, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive financial aid student information.
- The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Experience with financial aid refunding and Title IV compliance.
- Familiarity with higher education finance regulations and best practices.
- Knowledge of collections laws and third-party billing
Rider University is committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant living and learning community that embraces students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds and enables them to achieve success.
Rider University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For additional information regarding our Benefits visit https://www.rider.edu/about/offices-services/human-resources/benefits/overview-employee-benefits/full-time-administrative-employees
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000