Accountant II (Bursar)

Description

DATE POSTED:  March 29, 2024

POSITION TITLE: Accountant II-Bursar

RESPONSIBILITIES: This position applies advanced accounting principles and techniques to a full range of financial functions with particular emphasis on the bursar’s office, including: generates charges, invoices students, manages accounts receivable, applies financial aid and grant awards, oversees cash receipts, issues student refunds, allocates charges and credits to the proper student accounts, interprets government regulations and college and departmental policies and procedures, as well as offers technical advice to others.  This position also provides oversight to the cashier and collections functions and serves as back-up to the cashier, as necessary. This position primarily works on the Fairfield Campus from 8 am – 5 pm, Monday through Friday.

QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field is required; one year of experience is required in frontline customer service; supervisory experience to include scheduling, work assignments and training; and responsible financial management experience to include accounts receivable management, billing functions or credit/collections management.

SALARY: Salary and benefits commensurate with the Agreement between the Maine Community College System and the MSEA Support Services Bargaining Unit; Range 17, Salary $20.14 – $22.82/hr. ($41,891.20 -$47,465.60);  Benefits include: Retirement in the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) - in lieu of Social Security; full employee health/dental insurance and approximately 60% of cost for dependent coverage; life insurance paid by the MCCS; Vacation 12 days/year; Sick 12 days/year; and 13 paid holidays.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:   Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  To submit a complete application file, please visit the KVCC Employment Opportunities Website, select the desired position, and select “Apply”. Please be sure to upload your cover letter, resume and official transcript.

Why work for the Maine Community College System? Benefits may include:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Living Resources (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Waivers
• Training
• 529 Education Plan MCCS Matching Grant

Kennebec Valley Community College is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, contact 207-453-5822. 

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