Associate Bursar jobs in Akron, OH

Regional Bursar and Financial Services Advisor
Hondros College of Nursing
Independence, OH and Akron, OH Campuses

The Regional Bursar and Financial Services Advisor is responsible for performing general accounting/business office-related duties; with a strong emphasis on student support regarding ledgers, payment plans, and collection of documents. This position assists the Central Support Bursar's Department to ensure students' needs are met in a timely manner. The Regional Bursar and Financial Services Advisor will be cross trained in Financial Services to ensure students are prepared and ready financially to begin their enrollment. This position will support multiple campuses in the Hondros College of Nursing system and will require travel to the campuses assigned for this position.

Reports directly to the Vice President, Operations; indirectly reports to Campus Executive Director; has no direct reports.

Responsibilities:

Payment Plans - Student Support Duties:
* Review campus-specific financial aid reports regarding PFEs to set up payment plans.
* Initiate, implement, and deliver student deferred payment plans (DPP) to students.
* Initiate, implement, and deliver student TILA forms to students.
* Collect and maintain all student payment plan documents into student management system.
* Maintain weekly communication plans to the students and campus leadership on progression to be financially ready.
* Manage and assist with student inquiries regarding payment plans, balance due, and ledgers.
* Review during break weeks revised PFEs
* Assist in weekly collection reporting for student payment plans.

Student Finance - Customer Service Duties:
* Conduct accounting receivable interviews with current students and students who have been readmitted.
* Provides financial literacy for students regarding payment options and payment plans. When necessary, resolves problems and questions with students regarding student finances.
Contacts and initiates the settling of student account balances in escalated or special situations.
* Collaborate with campus leadership on the financial readiness of students and identify at risk students due to non-responsiveness Effectively communicate with campus staff and students
to achieve financial documents in a timely manner.
* Provide students with accurate information regarding the application process, loan counseling and their eligibility for state and federal financial assistance, contracts and/or institutional payment plans.
* Inform students of their financial obligation, and how this obligation can impact their enrollment and progression through the program.
* Connect students with the potential resources for financing the student's education.
* Advise students of their obligation to provide accurate information and the potential consequences related to their application and funding process.
* Update appropriate systems to ensure the timely processing, funding, billing, and collections of the package selected.
* Monitor and follow up on the status of all applicable student funding sources and ensure potential payment plans are aligned with the student's funding sources.
* Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Student Finance - Compliance
* Develop and maintain College bursar policies, procedures, documents, and best practices.
* Assists in audit preparation and provides information and access to accounting records as required.

Requirements:

Competencies: Technical Skills
* Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation
* Knowledge of office procedures and equipment
* Knowledge of PC's and appropriate software

Communication
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to interact diplomatically with a variety of individuals at various organizational levels.

Critical Thinking
* Ability to identify moderately complex administrative issues and problems and resolve or escalate to appropriate individual.
* Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices
* Knowledge of basic budgeting procedures

Other
* Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
* Aptitude for accuracy and detail
* Strong time management and organizational skills
* Ability to work on simultaneous projects at once.

Education/Experience:

*Bachelor's Preferred
* Two years accounting/financial experience or equivalent education and experience

About Us:

Since 2006, Hondros College of Nursing has been graduating high-quality, work-ready nurses who enter the field with exceptional clinical, communication and collaborative skills. Our approach is focused and direct - truly the Better Way to Become a Nurse. Our unique Learn and Earn Ladder approach sets Hondros College of Nursing apart from the typical educational path. After completing one program, students can work as a nurse and earn income before taking the next step - or they can keep progressing through each program to the next level. No matter which route they take, Hondros nurses always receive an unprecedented amount of support in a student-centric, family-like environment. For more information about Hondros College of Nursing, please visit:

It is the policy of Hondros College of Nursing to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Hondros College of Nursing does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.