Position Details
Posting Summary
College VP Business And Finance-DIV
Executive Area VP Business And Finance
Department Accounts Receivable
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S689P
Job Type Full Time, Regular
Pay Type Exempt/Salaried
Pay Grade H
Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus
Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
General Summary
Directs and manages the functions and staff of accounts receivable and collections.
Major Duties
Manages staff and operations of accounts receivable and collection units.
Administers programs to ensure accurate and timely implementation of tuition and fees and application of financial aid to accounts in accordance with federal regulations.
Oversees the management, development, testing, implementation and modification of automated systems related to accounts receivable functions; including the student information system, Perkins Loans, e-billing, and other related systems.
Authorizes final release of invoices and statements; ensures accurate and timely preparation of tuition invoices, statements, and collections from students, third parties, financial aid, and businesses.
Serves on various committees with authority to make decisions regarding accounts receivable and collections operations.
Oversees training and communications regarding student account services, processes, and account activities.
Serves as liaison to University departments to ensure appropriate application of Board of Trustees-approved tuition rates and relevant policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution.
Five years’ relevant experience.
Professional accounting or financial experience in the following areas: accounts receivable, accounts payable/disbursements, cashiering, collections, and customer service.
Supervisory experience or experience providing guidance to students or other employees.
Desired Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Internal applicants should use the WMU – Internal Application.
External applicants should use the WMU Application.
Additional Position Information
Staff Compensation System pay grades and rates are available using the URL: https://wmich.
edu/sites/default/files/attachments/u4897/2023/hr-staff-compensation-pay-structure-2023-24_0.
pdf
Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents.
To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, s://www.
wmich.
edu/hr/enrollment-staff
Physical requirements and working conditions
Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds.
Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of elements.
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