Student Accounting Specialist - 008629

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number 008629 Position Title Student Accounting Specialist - 008629 Division Finance and Administration Department 172600 - Student Accounting Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and one year of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Higher education experience is highly preferred. Banner experience is preferred.

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabamas Student Accounting department is seeking to hire a Student Accounting Specialist. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions

• Assists in maintaining third party accounts receivable system.
• Assists in processing refunds to students.
• Monitors accounts that are paid by third parties.
• Assists students, parents and third party vendors with payment processing.
• Maintains relationships with third party agencies and complies with their reporting requirements, including invoice and payment submission through their web-based portals.
• Notifies management of any regulatory or contract changes.
• Coordinates with the Financial Aid Office regarding third party resources so they are properly accounted for in students resources.
• Maintains a general knowledge of all financial aid rules and regulations as they apply to grants, scholarships and loan programs.
• Assists with student deposits and wire transfers, ensuring proper recording of deposits received and refunded deposits.
• Maintains the return check procedures for bookstore charges applied to third party vendors.
• Processes invoices for return of funds to third party vendors.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 05/11/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Working Days Monday - Friday Working Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Job Location Main Campus Full-time or Part-Time Full Time Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

• • The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?

• Yes

• No

• • What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than High School

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• • How many years of related experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year

• Between 1 - 3 years

• Between 3 - 5 years

• Between 5 - 7 years

• More than 7 years

• • How did you hear about this position?

• USA website

• LinkedIn

• Zip Recruiter

• Indeed

• HigherEd Jobs

• Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works

• Facebook

• Word of mouth

• Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter