Accounts Receivable Systems Analyst , Student Accounts Services

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Staff Vacancy Announcement Student Accounts Services invites applications for a Accounts Receivable Systems Analyst to process and verify daily Ellucian Banner’s Accounts Receivable (AR) activity with other external sources.
This includes, and is not limited to the following: Nelnet Refund Administration Nelnet QuikPay reporting Reconciling daily interface between Banner AR to Banner Finance Maintaining the UM student fee tables, to include course fees Coordinate and schedule daily and monthly production cycles Under direction of the Director of Student Accounts, the Analyst serves as primary technical support for the office.
They are responsible for serving as a project resource for all areas of Accounts Receivable (AR) including: project management, functional design, software analysis, testing and documentation of processes; collaborating with Accounting, Treasury, Student Accounts, Finance Systems, Accounts Payable, and Procurement.
They also will collaborate with various campus departments to ensure accurate fee assessment is applied and update to the current student fee structure.
The Analyst directs cross-functional teams and staff for AR related processes, and will provide feedback and consultation to make corrections and streamline efficiencies.
The Analyst will work with the Director and Associate Director to develop and implement related policies and procedures.
They will continually analyze current processes to further institutional, divisional, and departmental goals such as recruitment and retention.
This individual will be able to recognize business, compliance and data challenges and identify ways in which technology can facilitate achieving departmental and organizational objectives.
The Analyst will demonstrate the ability to design, develop, and implement innovative ways to deliver student financial services that focus on automating and optimizing student self-service functionalities.
Required Skills Extensive knowledge and experience using integrated administrative software systems Strong understanding and experience in systems development, business processing analysis, and testing strategies and planning Knowledge of software development methodologies Advanced technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Experience with reporting tools such as MS Excel, Access, Tableau, Transact, Argos, SQL etc.
, with the ability to learn new and specialized software Strong reading comprehension and writing skills in order to interpret technical documentation and communicate to end users Ability to translate functional business requirements into technical specifications Demonstrated customer service experience in a business setting Minimum Required Experience High school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, management information systems, finance, or accounting Experience with maintenance of Ellucian Banner Suite, SQL, or Nelnet Demonstrated ability to lead projects as directed Ability to explain applications and operating system fundamentals to others Supervisory and training experience About UM The University of Montana is a flagship, R1 research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students.
It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains where three rivers converge.
Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere.
The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.
The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas.
In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
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University of Montana Video: Mission First, People Always Position Details Position Title: Accounts Receivable Systems Analyst (Computer Systems Analyst II) Position Number: 003250 Department: Business Services Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.
0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year Salary: $26.
558/hr Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE Probationary Period: Six months minimum Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities.
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As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women.
Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant.
Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.
g.
, Form I-9).
Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
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