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For further information about this vacancy contact:

Contact Information:

Quiana B. Skidmore

Southern University at Shreveport

3050 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive

Shreveport, LA 71107

Phone: 318-###-####

Fax: 318-###-####

Criminal background check and reference verification is required.

Southern University at Shreveport is an equal opportunity employer.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) or more years of full-time work experience performing accounting functions in an education, business, industry or government environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to integrated management and systems thinking.
• Commitment to staff diversity, learning, and development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Job Responsibilities:

The Director of Student Accounts will perform complex and confidential accounting and analytical work for the SUSLA Student Accounts Office.

• Ensures that all funds, including student payments, chargebacks, government checks/drafts, receipts from financial institutions and other sources are properly accounted for and deposited into the prescribed University bank account in a timely manner. Reconciles all General Ledger accounts assigned to the Student Accounts Office.
• Maintains policies and procedures related to Student Accounts Office and receivables.
• Supervise and lead the staff in the Bursar's Office by providing excellent management, training, and support. Ensures office coverage and excellent customer service.
• Counsels and advises students regarding the tuition and fee payment process.
• Provides assistance with customer service, parent/student interactions and dispute resolution.
• Updates Banner tables for annual 1098T processing in coordination with the other campuses.
• Assists the Chief Finance Officer with financial reporting, audit preparation, and maintaining appropriate internal controls.