Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $39,759.00 - $57,251.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
sick leave
annual leave
Personal Leave
Professional development leave
Paid holidays
Job Description
Lawson State Community College, located in Birmingham, AL, is a reputable institution dedicated to providing quality education and fostering student success. As part of the Alabama Community College System, Lawson State plays a pivotal role in offering diverse academic programs and support services to its student body. The college emphasizes inclusivity, accessibility, and community engagement, making it a vital educational hub in the region. Known for its commitment to both academic excellence and practical workforce training, Lawson State Community College supports its employees and students through comprehensive resources, progressive policies, and a supportive academic environment.
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Job Requirements
- High school diploma minimum
- Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field or equivalent cashier experience in a college system
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with integrated accounting software systems
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to follow through and complete assignments on time
- Detail-oriented
- Must submit complete application packet including cover letter, resume, transcripts, and employment verification
- Must pass criminal background check and E-Verify process
Job Qualifications
- Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field or 5 years of cashier experience in a college system may substitute
- Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
- Experience with a computer-automated accounting system
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience with Ellucian Banner accounting system preferred
- Ability to multitask and operate in a fast-paced environment
- Experience providing excellent customer service
- Comprehensive knowledge of institutional policies and procedures
- Ability to work independently and prepare accurate reports
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to represent the college professionally
- Detail-oriented
Job Duties
- Assist the AR Manager with student account management and cashiering
- Assist with processing and posting reimbursements and daily balancing accounts
- Assist with billing, balancing, and reconciling student accounts
- Assist with year-end processing, loading scholarships, reversing payments, applying fees, and resolving discrepancies
- Collect and receipt tuition, fees, and other general cash
- Make bank deposits from various revenue sources and enter requisitions to generate purchase orders
- Receive cash, checks, and credit card payments and issue receipts
- Prepare, reconcile, and make daily deposits with cash receipts reports
- Maintain files for cash receipt documentation and petty cash fund records
- Maintain record and submit worthless checks for collection
- Coordinate with AR Manager to reverse payments of insufficient funds and add NSF fees
- Assist with third-party and student receivables refund requests
- Maintain vendor files
- Coordinate central supply ordering and enter requisitions for purchase orders
- Assist in registration process
- Assist with fiscal year-end closing and external annual audit
- Serve on various college committees as assigned
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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