Senior Fiscal Services Collections Analyst
Inside Higher Ed, Columbus, OH, United States
Senior Fiscal Services Collections Analyst
Department: ERIK | Administration
Job Overview
The Senior Fiscal Services Collections Analyst serves as a member of the Sponsored Fiscal Collections team within the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge (ERIK). The analyst acts as a subject matter expert and primary point of contact for university departments and external sponsors regarding all collection activities related to sponsored program activity. The role provides fiscal, operational, consultative and administrative support to the Office of Grants and Contracts, university fiscal officers, department grant managers and various project sponsors.
Responsibilities and Duties
Perform all collection functions associated with sponsor billing for expenses incurred on sponsored research grants administered by the Ohio State University's Office of Sponsored Programs within ERIK.
Execute routine collection duties of large scope and complexity on aged receivables for sponsored awards, including outbound calls and emails to sponsors requesting payment.
Handle sponsor-related inquiries, initiate invoice write‑off requests, perform sponsor contact maintenance, analyze and correct billing errors, and provide supporting documentation for various sponsors.
Assist in identifying payment for application and serve as the point of contact for sponsor bankruptcy notifications, ensuring compliance with filing through legal counsel and notifying internal stakeholders of bankruptcy filings.
Collaborate and develop working relationships with the Sponsored Fiscal Billing and Payment teams, the Office of Grants and Contracts, university department contacts and various project sponsors to identify and mitigate sponsor financial risk.
Operate with a high degree of autonomy on complex issues, performing in‑depth analysis of processes, making recommendations to improve processes, developing and documenting procedural changes and training resources, and aiding with document retention.
Participate in working groups to identify cross‑functional process improvements and serve as an informal resource to the Fiscal Billing and Payment team; attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, payment processing, collections and/or finance operations in a higher education or sponsored program environment.
Desired Qualifications
Four to eight years of relevant experience.
Expertise in Workday Customer Accounts and Sponsor modules, including configuration and workflow knowledge.
Application Materials
A resume is required.
Salary
Starts at $70,100.00 annually.
Work Location
Hybrid position located at Mount Hall (0311). Employees must provide reliable internet access and home‑office furnishings for approved remote work locations.
Additional Information
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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Department: ERIK | Administration
Job Overview
The Senior Fiscal Services Collections Analyst serves as a member of the Sponsored Fiscal Collections team within the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge (ERIK). The analyst acts as a subject matter expert and primary point of contact for university departments and external sponsors regarding all collection activities related to sponsored program activity. The role provides fiscal, operational, consultative and administrative support to the Office of Grants and Contracts, university fiscal officers, department grant managers and various project sponsors.
Responsibilities and Duties
Perform all collection functions associated with sponsor billing for expenses incurred on sponsored research grants administered by the Ohio State University's Office of Sponsored Programs within ERIK.
Execute routine collection duties of large scope and complexity on aged receivables for sponsored awards, including outbound calls and emails to sponsors requesting payment.
Handle sponsor-related inquiries, initiate invoice write‑off requests, perform sponsor contact maintenance, analyze and correct billing errors, and provide supporting documentation for various sponsors.
Assist in identifying payment for application and serve as the point of contact for sponsor bankruptcy notifications, ensuring compliance with filing through legal counsel and notifying internal stakeholders of bankruptcy filings.
Collaborate and develop working relationships with the Sponsored Fiscal Billing and Payment teams, the Office of Grants and Contracts, university department contacts and various project sponsors to identify and mitigate sponsor financial risk.
Operate with a high degree of autonomy on complex issues, performing in‑depth analysis of processes, making recommendations to improve processes, developing and documenting procedural changes and training resources, and aiding with document retention.
Participate in working groups to identify cross‑functional process improvements and serve as an informal resource to the Fiscal Billing and Payment team; attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, payment processing, collections and/or finance operations in a higher education or sponsored program environment.
Desired Qualifications
Four to eight years of relevant experience.
Expertise in Workday Customer Accounts and Sponsor modules, including configuration and workflow knowledge.
Application Materials
A resume is required.
Salary
Starts at $70,100.00 annually.
Work Location
Hybrid position located at Mount Hall (0311). Employees must provide reliable internet access and home‑office furnishings for approved remote work locations.
Additional Information
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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