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WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY Manager, Bursar of Student Accounts in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Pay Range: $97,300.00 - $175,200.00
Job Description
ALL INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY BY 1: 21:25Job Profile Summary:
The Manager, Bursar of Student Accounts is responsible for the overall daily operations of the Bursar office. They will manage aspects of student and sponsor billing, payments, collections, electronic commerce, reporting, and the centralized accounts receivable systems for the university. They will ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations, along with standard accounting procedures. The Manager will work closely with the Director to forecast any office needs and implement efficient workflows for the team. They will utilize a variety of university wide systems applications and Department of Education state and federal sites, as well as other system applications. The Manager will work closely with a variety of offices across the institution to support student retention, graduation, and student satisfaction goals.
This position requires utilizing a variety of university wide system applications, and Department of Education state and federal sites as well as other system applications. This position works closely with a variety of offices across the institution. The role supports new and continuing students who are enrolling at WGU.
The Manager ideally will have strong leadership, financial and account analysis experience and thorough understanding of Title IV federal financial aid awarding and disbursement process, state, federal, sponsored billing processes.
Primary Responsibilities * Oversees the day-to-day operations of the team. * Subject matter expert for proper operational processes, policies, and procedures. * Works with other teams and departments to ensure proper and efficient workflows are in place. * Participates in annual audits, gathers reports and data on related to controls, and procedures. * Stays informed of changing governmental and legal requirements, participates in yearly trainings, webinars, and conferences as needed. * Ensures updated processes, procedures, and training protocols are in place. * Leads process improvements and creates efficient workflows. * Takes initiative in improving the student and staff experience. * Coordinates efforts on escalated student situations to ensure... For full info follow application link.
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