Bursar manages and oversees operations of student, faculty, and staff accounts. Provides leadership and direction for tuition and fee structure, financial aid resources, billing and receivables, petty cash, and payments. Being a Bursar is the custodian of institutional funds. Ensures compliance with university, state, and federal regulations and standard accounting procedures. Additionally, Bursar requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a top executive officer. The Bursar typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Bursar typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
JOB SUMMARY:
To provide transactional, and analytical support with moderate supervision. Prepares special projects, presentations and provides technical expertise regarding financial activities. The finance specialist will report to the Treasury Finance Manager. This role provides assistance to any or all of the facets of Finance including but not limited to: Cash Management, Supplier Management, Internal Audits and Banking.
MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree (required) in related field plus 2-3 years of experience.
EQUIPMENT:
Standard office equipment
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Standard office environment. Office hours are 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday.
OTHER:
Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.