Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Student Accounts, the Accounting Tech II, Current and Non-Current Collections Specialist is responsible for duties related to collections, high balance accounts, communications, Perkins loans, VA certifications, endowed scholarship awards, and returned payments.

                         This job could possibly be a hybrid work option.

Work Performed:

• Collections Management:
  • Process collection agency submissions and returns.
  • Handle collection agency payments.
  • Manage high balance accounts and communicate past-due balances to students.
• Financial Processing:
  • Process payments, bankruptcies, tax offsets, and death certificates.
  • Approve refunds and process returned payments from the bank.
  • Produce and analyze reports related to accounts receivable (AR) and collections.
• Student Records and Coding:
  • Maintain accurate student records and coding.
  • Identify and remove unnecessary codes from student accounts.
  • Provide drop lists and facilitate student drops as needed.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Communicate effectively with current and non-current students regarding past due balances.
  • Collaborate with departments such as Athletics, International, Financial Aid, and Residence Life to achieve the best AR results.
  • Work with deans and the CFO to discuss AR status.
• Special Programs:
  • Handle Perkins loan assignments.
  • Process VA certifications.
  • Administer endowed scholarship awards based on established criteria and renew them if requirements are met.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.

Essential Job Functions:  Certain jobs at Charleston Southern University may require specific physical and/or mental abilities and the hiring manager will provide additional information and provision of requests for reasonable accommodation if needed.  Regular, on-time attendance is one essential job function of this position.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position will remain open until filled.

Charleston Southern University is a Christian university and tobacco-free campus.  We do not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including but not limited to lactation), religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the university is prohibited from discrimination under local, state or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and university-administered programs.  In order to fulfill its purpose, the university may legally discriminate on the basis of religion in employment.  The university has been granted exemption from certain regulations promulgated under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which conflict with the University’s religious tenets and core values.

To apply, please complete the online application below and attach a resume.  Entering untrue or inaccurate information will result in disqualification for consideration of vacant positions, or subsequent termination after hire.  This position will remain open until filled.  By completing this application you are giving Charleston Southern University the authority to contact any person, educational institution, current or former employer, or company to disclose in good faith any information they may have regarding your qualifications and fitness for employment including, but not limited to, those you have listed in your application materials.  Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, criminal background check and reference check.  Applicants who will drive for the University will be required to complete a background check on their driving record.

• Education:
  • Completion of an Associate's Degree in Business or equivalent work experience.
• Experience and Skills:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be energetic, dependable, detail-oriented, and able to multitask.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.