Student Accounts Specialist

Position Title

Student Accounts Specialist
Job Category & Employment Type

Financial Specialist II – Regular Full‑time
Compensation

$42,000 – $45,000
Responsibilities

Respond to advanced financial inquiries and provide guidance based on policies
Audit, monitor, and maintain fiscal records, reports, and supporting documentation
Review and process complex financial transactions, assigning proper funding sources
Evaluate and recommend improvements to transaction processing controls
Draft communications and reports for internal and external stakeholders
Reconcile billing, payments, and purchase documentation
Support daily cashiering functions, including deposits and balancing activities
Reallocate expenses to correct funding strings and resolve discrepancies
Required Qualifications

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent work experience
2+ years of professional experience in financial operations, accounting, or cashiering
Strong knowledge of financial principles, reconciliation processes, and internal controls
Experience with financial systems and reporting tools
Preferred Qualifications

Experience in higher education bursar or cashier operations
Familiarity with student account systems and university financial policies
Advanced spreadsheet and financial reporting skills
Knowledge of university financial policies
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent organizational, communication, and time‑management abilities
Ability to handle sensitive financial information with integrity
Customer‑focused with ability to explain complex financial information clearly
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
Work Environment

Office setting with regular interaction with students, faculty, and staff. Occasional extended hours during peak billing or fiscal periods.
Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work. Occasional lifting of office or cashiering materials.
Application Process

To apply, click the Apply button at the top of this page. Please upload your resume and cover letter. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.
Contact

Marybeth Meyer, meyerm0@uwp.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies.
Reasonable Accommodations

It is the policy of UW‑Parkside to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262‑595‑2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to provide reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual with a disability.
Transcript Requirement

Transcriptions will be required upon hire.

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