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Bursar Services Assistant
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Position Number: 5869567
Location: Lewisburg, PA
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

Bursar Services Assistant

R0000001037
Marts Hall

Position Title:
Bursar Services Assistant

Position Type:
Full time

Location:
Marts Hall

Categories:
Staff Non-exempt

Job Summary:

Job Duties:

Join the Bucknell University Financial Services Team as a Bursar Services Assistant!

The Bursar Services Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for the Bursar Services Office, providing essential support for the office's cashiering operations. In this role, you will handle a wide range of customer inquiries, assist with payment processing, and ensure the efficient execution of day-to-day financial transactions. Your responsibilities will include processing payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the smooth handling of financial tasks. You will collaborate closely with the Bursar Services Manager and other members of the Financial Services team to ensure accurate and seamless operations across the department.

To be successful in this role, you will need strong customer service skills, an eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. The position requires a high level of professionalism, both in person and on the phone, as well as a strong understanding of financial transactions. You must be able to work independently as well as part of a team, contributing to the overall success of the office's operations.

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Bucknell and be a part of our welcoming community!

Hiring Requirements

Reporting Relationships / Direct Reports:

Reports to the Bursar Services Manager

What You'll Do:

Office Operations | 60% | Greet incoming visitors (faculty, staff, students, parents) and provide assistance with general inquiries in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner. Serve as the primary point of contact for the Bursar Service's phone queue, addressing inquiries and routing calls as necessary. Monitor and respond to department emails promptly, ensuring timely and accurate communication. Distribute and process Financial Services incoming mail. Assist in maintaining the Finance Office phone queue and email. Maintain inventory and order office supplies.

Cashiering | 20% | Reconcile daily deposits with bank records to ensure accuracy. Collaborate with the University's bank to resolve daily banking issues and inquiries.

Maintain and monitor specific denominations and balances within the Bucknell vault to ensure accuracy and security.

Financial Transactions| 20% | Process departmental deposits. Accurately and efficiently post payments to the system. Generate invoices for outside scholarships and related payments. Post memos to student accounts to reflect scholarship activity. Monitor the receipt of payments and ensure proper allocation to student accounts. Maintain the ACH deductions for Bucknell retirees.

Other duties as assigned | Participates in all aspects of program and department planning and in the establishment of department goals and objectives.

What You'll Bring:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Professional Work Experience: At least one year of experience handling large sums of money and managing financial transactions.
Confidentiality & Discretion: Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Customer Service: Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to provide exemplary customer service.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Capable of working effectively in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.
Accounting Knowledge: Familiarity with general accounting practices.
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred, but not required:

Education: Associates Degree
Professional Work Experience: 1-2 years of experience working in higher education.
Computer Skills: Intermediate - Advanced experience using Microsoft Office applications.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an office setting, with or without accommodations, to include: sitting, standing, moving about the office and campus.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
Capable of accompanying a Public Safety team member for daily bank deposits.

**Please note: Review of application materials will begin after January 6, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.**

Job Exempt:
No
Salary Range:
16.00-20.00

The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application.

Advertised:
2024-12-09

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

Flexible scheduling options determined by role;
Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
E-VerifyBucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email hr@bucknell.edu.E-Verify Posters (sharing the link to the posters, which are also attached)

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