Location: Helena,MT, USA
Description: Carroll College is seeking a self-motivated individual to fill the position of Director of Student Accounts. This high level accounting position manages operations with student accounts and e-commerce, as well as supervises two Senior Accountant positions within the Business Office. This position recommends and advises the Controller of needed changes to the internal controls to ensure the ongoing safeguards of the College's cash receipts and E-commerce transactions; oversees the development, training, and implementation of the College's E-commerce and Payment Card Industry (PCI) policies and procedures and provides oversight for developing and implementing all of the policies and systems associated with student accounts receivable. Duties include review and analysis of financial information, preparing complex journal entries, preparing monthly work papers, and ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, Federal laws, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Standards, and College guidelines. Other responsibilities include oversight, analysis, implementation, and process design for Ellucian Student Finance and TouchNet products. The position also assists in the College's annual audit and serves as the lead on other special accounting and financial projects as needed.
This position is responsible for ensuring their department provides excellent customer service. This is achieved through providing a friendly and professional environment to our students and parents; addressing system errors, complaints, student billing, etc., in a timely and professional way; providing an up-to-date technologically savvy billing and payment system that provides student and authorized user with real time data, payment ease and security; coordinating with other key departments to ensure our processes and work flows coordinate with others departments creating a seamless appearance for students; and support our students by participating in student events and activities.
Qualifications: The successful candidate will have Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field plus 5 years' accounting or related experience. It is important that the candidate have excellent computer skills with 5 years of computer spreadsheet preparation. Must be proficient in report writing using database systems, and Microsoft Excel. Colleague System and TouchNet power-user, MS Access and database experience a plus. Must have the ability to work independently and perform duties with broad latitude for judgment.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
To Apply: For consideration, please submit all of the following materials electronically to ...@carroll.edu. Applications will be reviewed as submitted and the position will remain open until filled:
* Cover Letter
* Resume
* Contact information for at least three professional references
Salary is commensurate with experience, education and qualifications. Carroll College is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all.
Benefits Include:
* If eligible, tuition Remission for spouse and dependent child(ren)
* Potential Tuition Exchange benefits for dependent child(ren)
* Employer sponsored Medical insurance, Wellness program and Employee Assistance Program
* Voluntary Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance and more
* 403(b) Retirement Plan with matching contributions from the College
* Very generous Holiday, Vacation, Sick and other Leave benefits to include up to 20 days of paid holidays
* Employer provided Life and Long-Term disability benefits
* Other unique benefits such as tickets to home athletic events, rental of outdoor equipment, access to the campus workout facility, and more
About Us: Carroll College is a leading private, liberal arts college in the American West. Carroll's campus rests on 63 acres at the edge of downtown and historic Helena, the capital city of Montana. The surrounding beauty of the Rocky Mountains and Montana fosters wonder and awe, giving the perfect backdrop to a worldly education. More than 75 miles of hiking and biking trails are just minutes from campus, and Helena is in close proximity to the Continental Divide Trail, natural hot springs, Great Divide Ski Area and the Missouri River. Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park are just a few hours away.
Founded in 1909, Carroll College warmly embraces its identity as a diocesan, Catholic college. Carroll represents a beacon of light in the community, welcoming members of all religious faiths and all persons of good will in a cooperative journey toward knowledge and virtue.