Job description
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Failure to answer all required questions will cause the system to disqualify your application. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Accounting Tech/Specialist
Working Title
Lead Cashier
Competency Level
Journey
Dept/School
Student Accounts/Cashiers - 35101
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Finance team within the Division of Business Affairs supports the University’s mission, strategic vision, goals, and objectives by providing key financial services efficiently and effectively to students, the campus community, and federal, state, and other key university stakeholders. The Student Accounts and University Cashier Office creates, analyzes, analyzes, refunds, and reports on various financial transactions and supplemental data for student receivables and serves as the central depository for university revenue, including daily department receipts and student tuition, fees, and other charges. Student Accounts and University Cashiers Office are also responsible for processing all university student billing; student refunding; third-party billing’ student and non-student collection activities; campus department feeds; title IV financial aid accounting, reporting, and related drawdowns; and month-end fiscal year-end closing.
College
Finance - 35150 College
College/School Information
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Location of Workplace
Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Lead Cashier is the subject matter expert for the two Cashiers Specialists, including but not limited to in-depth knowledge of UNCW and Department of State Treasury policies and procedures, Banner Finance and Student AR module, NCFS, reporting tools, and other outside systems. This position is responsible for training the cashier staff and providing support to the departments for deposit transmittals of payment processing. Verification, submission, and return of electronic files to Bank Of America for student refunds and return checks. Accurate and timely reconciliation of deposit transmittals and the daily DCA. They are also responsible for assisting with system and subsystem upgrades and enhancements testing.
This position also is responsible for certifying all inbound transfers, Contract Payments, and returns in NCFS accurately and timely daily. Researching outstanding inbound wires to determine what department the funds should be deposited to. The Lead Cashier has interaction with all university departments, outside vendors, and other state agencies such as Bank of America, the Department of State Treasurer, Wells Fargo, and other institutions. This position is the primary backup for the Assistant Director of University Cashiers position.
This position also is responsible for certifying all inbound transfers, Contract Payments, and returns in NCFS accurately and timely daily. Researching outstanding inbound wires to determine what department the funds should be deposited to. The Lead Cashier has interaction with all university departments, outside vendors, and other state agencies such as Bank of America, the Department of State Treasurer, Wells Fargo, and other institutions. This position is the primary backup for the Assistant Director of University Cashiers position.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High school diploma/GED, and three years of experience which includes accounting work. Two-year degree in business administration or accounting.
Preferred education, professional skills and experience
- Four-year degree in business administration or accounting; two-year degree in business administration or accounting and one year of experience; or an equivalent level of combination of training and experience
- Four years of banking and/or cash handling experience, preferably in higher ed
- Experience with Banner or similar ERP or Oracle application
- Two years of customer service experience
- The ability to multi-task in a high volume/fast-paced environment
- The ability to research and resolve student account inquiries in a timely manner
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
- Experience creating and evaluating accounting transactions
Required Certifications or licensure
N/A
FTE
1.0 (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year
12 Months
Work Days
Monday - Friday
Work Hours
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Type of Position
Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited
Position Number
8407
Job Posting Date
04/26/2023
Posting Close Date
05/10/2023
Number of Openings
Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
PLEASE
NOTE
: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Failure to answer all required questions will cause the system to disqualify your application. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
External Link to Posting
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/28414
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 Professional References
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