Specialist, Student Accounting

Title: Specialist, Student Accounting Position Type: Fulltime Staff Search Type: External - minimum 7 days Department: 68R000 - University Business Services Division: 4R0000 - Financial Affairs Position Location: Richmond Campus Driver Classification: Non-Driver FLSA: Exempt Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more) Hours Per Week: 37.5 Additional Schedule Details: This is an on-campus position. Normal office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm except some weeks during summer and winter, which are Monday‑Thursday, 7:30 am - 5:00 pm. Posted Salary Grade: Exempt - G19 Retirement: KTRS Contact Person: Ursula Felicicchia Cox Job Summary/Basic Functions The Student Accounting Specialist supports the Financial Affairs division by managing third‑party account invoicing, account maintenance, and related customer service functions. This role ensures accurate and timely processing of student account transactions involving external agencies and organizations. The Specialist serves as the primary contact for university constituents, students, parents, and third‑party partners, delivering exceptional customer service. In addition to the primary duties, the Specialist serves as an additional resource for general office inquiries, including phone calls, online chats, and email inquiries, ensuring consistent service coverage within the Student Accounting Services team. The Specialist provides clear guidance, resolves account‑related questions while promoting a positive and professional service experience. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: Two years of related work experience is required, preferably in higher education. Customer service preferred. Licensure & Certifications: Preferred Qualifications Strong critical thinking and decision‑making skills are essential for interpreting and applying state and federal regulations, as well as for adhering to internal policies and procedures that protect university assets. The ability to establish priorities and manage timelines is also crucial for success in this position. Job Duties 40% - Processes invoices for third‑party partners, conducts account audits, manages the application of payments and adjustments to student and third‑party accounts, consistently delivering excellent customer service to all involved parties. 35% - Responds to incoming phone calls, chats and emails regarding general office and student account inquiries while providing excellent customer service. 20% - Manages multiple recurring tasks, ranging from responding to bankruptcy notices to assessing miscellaneous account charges. 5% - Supports overall office operations by completing additional duties and special projects as assigned. Sponsorship This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Funding Source Institutional Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice. Background Check Statement Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr