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Under limited supervision, the purpose of this job is to perform accounting and analysis functions as assigned in the area of Credit and Collections. Functions may include performing financial analysis, reconciliation, and research of data utilizing knowledge of College's financial systems and industry standards as well as billing or payment of invoices, reimbursements, computations, processing and verification of accounting entries. Reviewing and preparing financial reports, reconciliation of accounts, research and resolve collections issues with regards to customers and outside agencies.


This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295. Certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.


Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation at the time of submitting application.


For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit
or call 1-866-272-6272.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field required.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Minimum Experience/Training:

• Three to five years of relevant experience. Experience is required within the field.

Essential Functions:

• Daily - 20%: Identifies and reports payments made directly to the College for student accounts in collection by extracting payments made to student accounts in collection from various college reports and transmitting payment information electronically to collection agency.
• Bi-Weekly - 15%: Facilitates and processes collection agency payments to student accounts by extracting payments made to collection agency from the student and applying to outstanding student account balances. Generates disbursement requests to remit payment of all collection fees to the collection agency. Reinstates contracts when student bounces the check to the collection agency. Prepares transmittal form for the receipt of all payments.
• Daily - 15%: Analyzes and maintains delinquent student and customer accounts ready to be sent to the collection agency via reporting and system jobs by submitting jobs to identify student accounts ready for collections, update student contract status, create collection obligation, generate financial hold on student account, submit job to generate FTP file of student accounts
• Quarterly - 10%: Performs account reconciliation between collection agency and College records, verify balance, placement date, principal, collection fees and account status.
• Monthly - 5%: Creates, updates, and maintains reports related to collection agency performance and placement data, provides reports to management and provides analysis of data.
• Daily - 5%: Maintains and reviews status of all student and customer accounts placed with collection agency as necessary. Verifies acknowledgments received from collection agency for all the accounts assigned and notifies collection agency when accounts must be returned to the college.
• Daily - 5%: Prepares documents to be imaged (direct payments made by students, closed students accounts etc.). Communicates with outside collection agency with regard to students' accounts and actions taken. Generates and runs reports, including accounts being sent to the collection agency.
• Daily - 20%: Researches and responds to dispute requests submitted by collection agency
• Quarterly - 5%: Provides backup assistance to other members of the C&C staff when absences occur to prevent loss of job productivity and customer assistance. Cross training to include all general C&C job functions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively; speak effectively; write concisely; provide feedback and report information.
• Ability to research and plan; identify problems; analyze; imagine alternatives; gather information; solve problems; define needs and recommend solutions.
• Organizational skills; initiate new ideas; handle details; teach; promote change; implement decisions; manage time; meet goals; accept responsibility.
• Human relations skills; develop rapport; listening skills, cooperation.
• Knowledge of general accounting procedures, financial systems, and reporting tools.
• High level of proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, and Internet tools.
• Ability to manage own work to job and performance standards. Ability to participate as an active team member
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with a diverse employee and student population

Competencies:
Respect for Others
Demonstrates respect for team members and constituents by valuing their contributions toward the goals of the work unit and the College. Maintains professionalism and contributes to a cohesive work environment


Teamwork
Cooperates and collaborates with individuals & groups that support the mission and values of the College

Works effectively with all individuals and contributes to a positive environment by working with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff and external constituents. Contributes to an inclusive, respectful, and empowering working environment that welcomes varying perspectives


Flexibility & Adaptability
Adapts approaches as situations in the work environment change. Supports change based on the environmental needs, emerging technologies, and system upgrades


Technical Expertise
Effectively applies concepts, theories, methods, tools, techniques, and expertise in area of discipline (i.e. HR, Finance, Student Affairs, etc.)


Continuous Improvement & Learning
Actively develops one's skills and explores opportunities for personal learning and continuous development within the job's functionality and in support of the goals and mission of department, division and the College

Job Title

Junior Accountant/Analyst

Position Number

P0090198

Job Status

Full time Temporary

Department

SIS Implementation Project

Location

Cypress Creek Administrative Center

Pay Grade

713

Salary

$34,500 - $40,538 (Salary rate commensurate with education and experience)

Work Shift

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday/Weekends/Varies

Hours Per Week

37.5

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

Comments

To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a resume are required.

Designated Essential Personnel

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Position Classification

Professional Technical Staff (PTS)

Special Instructions to Applicant:

For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to

jobs@broward.edu

or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification” section of the application**

Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. .

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Diversity and Inclusion are a priority at Broward College
Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.


For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.


Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at nanders1@broward.edu.

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work, Weekend work, Monday to Friday,

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