Sr. Associate Bursar Apply
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Public: Open to the public , University Wide
This position is eligiblefor the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays,educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number:20165985S
Job Description
The Sr. Associate Bursar will provide leadership, direction, andsupport for student financial related systems and technology. Serve as primary point of contact with OIT andUniversity departments requiring system / data integration. Serves in a leadership position on the administrative staff team of the Officeof Bursar.
Job Responsibilities Include:
1. Collaborate with the Office ofInformation Technology to design and implement technology solutions in support of mission critical Bursar functions and business processes.Coordinate and facilitate requirements gathering and analysis, including development and implementation of functional specifications,integration documents, and testing scripts. Utilize reporting tools to extract data from operational data systems to help with analysis,testing, and troubleshooting of non-routine production system problems.
Performs complex tasks involving strategic systems planning,management, and support in relation to programming requirements for PeopleSoft Student Financials. Demonstrates the ability to research,trouble-shoot, and provide technical analysis for issues encountered with the PeopleSoft system. Provides solutions to issues and takesresponsibility for performing system configuration updates or working with Information Technology via Change Management tools.
Leadefforts related to technology improvements. Establish vision and priorities for technology initiatives in conjunction with Bursaradministrative staff. Keep abreast of technology changes that may enhance services provided by the office. Contribute to administrativeleadership team to support critical needs of the office and academic community.
Provides specifications for information technologyfor PeopleSoft queries and SQL updates that are needed. Reviews, recommends, and resolves issues for the studentfinancials module of PeopleSoft related to duplicate entity issues. Trains staff granted access to student financials module ofPeopleSoft.
Responsible for semester tuition and fee configuration, testing, and assessment of 100+ fee schedules for allundergraduate, graduate, and medical students. Responsible for annual 1098T tax form processing to include configuration, testing, tax formgeneration, and working with OIT for submission to the IRS. Develops processing cyclesfor PeopleSoft processing.
Designs, builds, modifies Equations for use in student financials tuition configuration to reflect theapproved tuition of the institution and in compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies. Develops processing cycles for PeopleSoftprocessing.
Creates ad-hoc reports utilizing OBIEE for data integrity consistency checking, immediatenature needs, and reconciliation of student financials module discrepancies. Develops and oversees departmental reporting of studentfinancial data using Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE). Utilizes OBIEE to run daily quality assurance reports to insure the accuracy of accounts. Reviews, recommends, and resolvesissues for the student financials module of PeopleSoft related to duplicate entity issues. Trains staff granted access to student financialsmodule of PeopleSoft.
2. Coordinate and perform testing of student financials software module within the PeopleSoftstudent information system and other student financials related software systems (e.g., custom developed and third party solutions) when newreleases, patches, bundles, critical updates, modifications, or integrations are made. Direct and support the assistant bursars in testingPeopleSoft processes, customizations, and integrations that are related to their areas. This includes understanding detailed processes inthe following broad bursar areas: cashiering and third party processing.
Document changes made to student financials module anddisseminate information as appropriate to users. Document student financials configuration, functional processes, and modifications made tothe student system.
3. Responsible for the reconciliation of the University student receivable, sponsor receivable,and student health insurance accounts. Coordinates the student health insurance processing between the University, United Health Care(health insurance provider), and ECI Services (insurance waiver processor).
Supervise staffwithin the Office of the Bursar. Trains Office of the Bursar staff and University faculty/staff that are granted access to studentfinancials module of PeopleSoft. Establishes office goals and directs staff activities to achieve these goals. Assists with staffing(hiring, terminating, promoting, job restructuring) within the office. Evaluates performance and productivity ofstaff.
Works with other offices (other student service offices, colleges, and departments) to improve departmentalprocessing and foster responsive and cooperative relationships.
Minimum Qualifications
PreferredQualifications
Bursar's Office
PayRate: The target salary range is $68,299 to $80,252 commensurate with the selected candidate's education and experience whileconsidering internal equity. Final compensation is contingent upon qualifications and experience.
Ohio University is proud to offer arobust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, transgender care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision,dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver upto 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program,adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, andadditional employee resources. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.
Job Open Date
02/02/2024
PostingClose Date
Position will remain open until filled; for full consideration apply by March 4,2024.
Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment
Months
12 month
Planning Unit: Vice President for Finance & Administration
Work Schedule
Typical work expectations are Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00; however, candidates must be willing to work evenings and/or weekendsif necessary.
This position has the option of a hybrid work schedule.
Campus: Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40+
Expected duration of assignment
Ongoing
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Kimberly Trout, troutk@ohio.edu
Diversity Statement
Ohio University is proud ofits rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provideand support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusiveworkforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on thebasis of race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression,sexual orientation, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an equalaccess/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Job Family/Subfamily
Information Technology-IT Business Analysis
Career Track & Level
M 1
Pay Grade
CA&P|19|
Clery Act Statistics
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Public: Open to the public , University Wide
This position is eligiblefor the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays,educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number:20165985S
Job Description
The Sr. Associate Bursar will provide leadership, direction, andsupport for student financial related systems and technology. Serve as primary point of contact with OIT andUniversity departments requiring system / data integration. Serves in a leadership position on the administrative staff team of the Officeof Bursar.
Job Responsibilities Include:
1. Collaborate with the Office ofInformation Technology to design and implement technology solutions in support of mission critical Bursar functions and business processes.Coordinate and facilitate requirements gathering and analysis, including development and implementation of functional specifications,integration documents, and testing scripts. Utilize reporting tools to extract data from operational data systems to help with analysis,testing, and troubleshooting of non-routine production system problems.
Performs complex tasks involving strategic systems planning,management, and support in relation to programming requirements for PeopleSoft Student Financials. Demonstrates the ability to research,trouble-shoot, and provide technical analysis for issues encountered with the PeopleSoft system. Provides solutions to issues and takesresponsibility for performing system configuration updates or working with Information Technology via Change Management tools.
Leadefforts related to technology improvements. Establish vision and priorities for technology initiatives in conjunction with Bursaradministrative staff. Keep abreast of technology changes that may enhance services provided by the office. Contribute to administrativeleadership team to support critical needs of the office and academic community.
Provides specifications for information technologyfor PeopleSoft queries and SQL updates that are needed. Reviews, recommends, and resolves issues for the studentfinancials module of PeopleSoft related to duplicate entity issues. Trains staff granted access to student financials module ofPeopleSoft.
Responsible for semester tuition and fee configuration, testing, and assessment of 100+ fee schedules for allundergraduate, graduate, and medical students. Responsible for annual 1098T tax form processing to include configuration, testing, tax formgeneration, and working with OIT for submission to the IRS. Develops processing cyclesfor PeopleSoft processing.
Designs, builds, modifies Equations for use in student financials tuition configuration to reflect theapproved tuition of the institution and in compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies. Develops processing cycles for PeopleSoftprocessing.
Creates ad-hoc reports utilizing OBIEE for data integrity consistency checking, immediatenature needs, and reconciliation of student financials module discrepancies. Develops and oversees departmental reporting of studentfinancial data using Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE). Utilizes OBIEE to run daily quality assurance reports to insure the accuracy of accounts. Reviews, recommends, and resolvesissues for the student financials module of PeopleSoft related to duplicate entity issues. Trains staff granted access to student financialsmodule of PeopleSoft.
2. Coordinate and perform testing of student financials software module within the PeopleSoftstudent information system and other student financials related software systems (e.g., custom developed and third party solutions) when newreleases, patches, bundles, critical updates, modifications, or integrations are made. Direct and support the assistant bursars in testingPeopleSoft processes, customizations, and integrations that are related to their areas. This includes understanding detailed processes inthe following broad bursar areas: cashiering and third party processing.
Document changes made to student financials module anddisseminate information as appropriate to users. Document student financials configuration, functional processes, and modifications made tothe student system.
3. Responsible for the reconciliation of the University student receivable, sponsor receivable,and student health insurance accounts. Coordinates the student health insurance processing between the University, United Health Care(health insurance provider), and ECI Services (insurance waiver processor).
Supervise staffwithin the Office of the Bursar. Trains Office of the Bursar staff and University faculty/staff that are granted access to studentfinancials module of PeopleSoft. Establishes office goals and directs staff activities to achieve these goals. Assists with staffing(hiring, terminating, promoting, job restructuring) within the office. Evaluates performance and productivity ofstaff.
Works with other offices (other student service offices, colleges, and departments) to improve departmentalprocessing and foster responsive and cooperative relationships.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor'sdegree
- Minimum of 3 years of related work experience
- Minimum of 1 year of supervisory or managerialexperience
PreferredQualifications
- Master's degree
Bursar's Office
PayRate: The target salary range is $68,299 to $80,252 commensurate with the selected candidate's education and experience whileconsidering internal equity. Final compensation is contingent upon qualifications and experience.
Ohio University is proud to offer arobust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, transgender care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision,dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver upto 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program,adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, andadditional employee resources. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.
Job Open Date
02/02/2024
PostingClose Date
Position will remain open until filled; for full consideration apply by March 4,2024.
Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment
Months
12 month
Planning Unit: Vice President for Finance & Administration
Work Schedule
Typical work expectations are Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00; however, candidates must be willing to work evenings and/or weekendsif necessary.
This position has the option of a hybrid work schedule.
Campus: Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40+
Expected duration of assignment
Ongoing
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Kimberly Trout, troutk@ohio.edu
Diversity Statement
Ohio University is proud ofits rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provideand support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusiveworkforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on thebasis of race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression,sexual orientation, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an equalaccess/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Job Family/Subfamily
Information Technology-IT Business Analysis
Career Track & Level
M 1
Pay Grade
CA&P|19|
Clery Act Statistics
\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\"To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report https://www.ohio.edu/sites/default/files/sites/equity-civil-rights/files/2023%20Annual%20Security%20and%20Fire%20Safety%20Report.pdf\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\">Click Here!
