Bursar Assistant

Position Overview:

The New York School of Interior Design, an accredited, independent institution of higher education devoted entirely to the discipline of interior design and its related professions, has an opening for a Bursar Assistant. Under the supervision of the Bursar, the Bursar Assistant provides support in the daily operations of student financial services.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and enter cash receipts (checks and cash) and bring deposit to bank
• Process credit card payment information on a timely basis
• Enter Authorize.net online credit card receipts in the student accounts on a daily basis
• Enter monthly TMS payment and enrollment deposits in the appropriate student accounts
• Monitor daily student billing payment due dates and follow-up with e-mail and voice-mail payment requests; provide information to Bursar regarding delinquent accounts
• Review Financial Aid Award lists and communicate with students regarding their uncovered account balances
• Place “Bursar Hold” on delinquent accounts as per Bursar’s instructions,
• Enter print fee charges as per lists provided by Technology department
• Run daily tuition and fee charges report, when needed; give the report to Bursar for review
• Monitor student health insurance waivers and address student inquiries
• Print and mail copy of student tuition statement, Form 1098-Ts upon requested
• Record all student tuition, fees and financial aid refunds in the appropriate student accounts as per Bursar’s instructions
• Enter student refund check number in the student account and file same
• Process manual billing adjustments per Bursar’s instructions
• Create new student records in Jenzabar as provided from Admissions Office
• Respond to Bursar Office e-mails and phone calls; forward relevant inquiries and issues to Bursar
• Provide information to students regarding TMS (tuition management payment plan)
• Assist students as necessary in absence of Bursar
• Support special projects and provide assistance to Bursar as needed

Qualifications:

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred. Two – four years’ related experience required. Knowledge of general accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures. Must possess good communication and customer service skills. Experience working with Jenzabar or other registration/payment system preferred.

Salary: $45,000 - $50,000 + generous benefits

In adherence with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, NYSID is strongly committed to a workplace that values individual talent, professional excellence, and opportunity for all. We recognize that a variety of skills and experiences contribute to the success of the college and welcome all applicants who are eager to be part of the NYSID community.

Candidates for this position should submit resume, along with a cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you agreeable to the salary range offered for this position?

Experience:

• Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)
• Accounting: 2 years (Required)
• Bursar: 2 years (Required)
• Bookkeeping: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10021