Interim Bursar/ Accounts Receivable Supervisor (College/University)

Job Description

Job Description

Duration: 4+ years

Position Summary

• The Interim Bursar is responsible for the leadership, administration, and daily operation of the College's student accounts, billing, collections, cashiering, and receivables functions for the Community College of Rhode Island. Reporting directly to the Controller, the Bursar will oversee financial operations supporting the Bursar and OneStop offices, ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, maintain strong internal controls, and provide strategic leadership to maximize operational efficiency, student service, and revenue collection.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Bursar Office operations and staff across all campus locations, ensuring effective management of student billing, cashiering, collections, accounts receivable, disbursements, internal controls, and customer service standards.
• Coordinate, train, and support the financial operations of the OneStop offices, ensuring accurate processing of student financial transactions, consistent application of policies and procedures, and exceptional service to students and stakeholders.
• Manage student accounts receivable, third-party contracts, agency funding agreements, and collection activities to ensure timely payment and accurate accounting.
• Oversee all cashiering, payment processing, refunds, payment plans, and related student account transactions.
• Administer and maintain Bursar-related functions within the College's ERP and payment processing systems, including system testing, configuration, user maintenance, and process improvements.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of student billing, tuition and fee assessments, payment application, refund processing, holds management, ACH and credit card processing, and drop-for-nonpayment activities.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, audit, and regulatory requirements, including FERPA, PCI standards, IRS reporting (1098T) requirements, and institutional policies.
• Collaborate with Finance, Financial Aid, Enrollment Services, Information Technology, and other departments to support institutional objectives and enhance student service.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, faculty, staff, and external constituents regarding student account matters and financial policies.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or management experience
• Direct experience in higher education bursar, student accounts, or OneStop operations is required.
• Demonstrated experience using Banner Student, Banner Accounts Receivable, or a comparable higher education student accounts/ERP system is required.
• Strong knowledge of accounts receivable management, billing, collections, cashiering, and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with TouchNet, Augusoft, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of Financial Aid regulations, FERPA, PCI compliance standards, and IRS 1098-T reporting requirements.
• Experience supporting multi-campus operations.

Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate is a proven higher education business officer with substantial experience managing student accounts receivable, billing, collections, and cashiering functions within a college or university environment. They will possess strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of Banner or comparable higher education student accounts systems, and the ability to quickly assess operations, strengthen controls, and provide continuity during a temporary assignment.

Required Skills

• 3+ years of experience in supervisory or management roles
• Demonstrated experience using Banner Student, Banner Accounts Receivable, or a comparable higher education student accounts/ERP system is required.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Higher education business officer with substantial experience managing student accounts receivable,
• billing, collections, and cashiering functions within a college or university environment

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with TouchNet, Augusoft, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of Financial Aid regulations, FERPA, PCI compliance standards, and IRS 1098-T reporting requirements.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Company Description

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. (TSCTI) is one of the fastest-growing IT Services Integrators and Workforce Solutions providers in the United States. Founded in 1997, TSCTI is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a workforce of 6,000+ professionals, including 600+ Cybersecurity Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), delivering mission-critical solutions across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico.\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Princeton, NJ, and McLean, VA, with 14 regional offices nationwide, TSCTI provides comprehensive solutions in Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Modernization, DevSecOps, Managed Services, Workforce Solutions, and Healthcare Staffing. We are a trusted partner to Federal, State, Local, Education (SLED), Healthcare, and Commercial organizations, delivering innovative technology and talent solutions that enable our clients to achieve their strategic objectives.\r\n\r\nAs one of the nation's leading Healthcare Workforce Solutions providers, TSCTI supports federal healthcare systems, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers, state and local healthcare agencies, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and commercial healthcare organizations. We recruit and place highly qualified healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties, including physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, behavioral health specialists, laboratory personnel, pharmacy professionals, and healthcare administrative staff. Our healthcare solutions ensure continuity of care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.\r\n\r\nWith a strong commitment to quality and compliance, TSCTI operates through CMMI Level 3 (Development & Services) and ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified processes, ensuring consistent service excellence, operational maturity, and information security. Today, we proudly support 14 of the 15 Federal Executive Departments, 37 Federal agencies, 50 State governments, 115+ Local agencies, 37 School Districts, numerous healthcare organizations, and 80+ Fortune 500 and commercial clients.\r\n\r\nTSCTI has earned numerous industry recognitions, including being named among Forbes America's Best Large Employers, Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, Forbes Best Employers for Tech Workers, Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, and a 13-time Inc. 5000 honoree. The company has also been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic innovation, acquisitions, and investments in emerging technologies.\r\n\r\nAt TSCTI, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented workplace where innovation thrives and careers flourish. Whether delivering cutting-edge technology solutions or connecting exceptional talent with meaningful careers, we consistently exceed our clients' expectations while empowering our employees to succeed.\r\n\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer\r\n\r\n22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.