Accountant Senior Supervisor - Military Billing Team

Accountant Senior Supervisor - Military Billing Team The Pennsylvania State University paid time off, sick time, remote work United States, Pennsylvania, University Park 201 Old Main (Show on map) Mar 27, 2026 APPLICATION

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POSITION SPECIFICS

The Office of the Bursar is seeking a motivated individual to fill a full-time position as the Accountant Senior Supervisor - Military Billing Team. This individual will be responsible for the leadership, supervision, reporting, project planning, and financial analysis for the Military Billing Team. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Supervise the day-to-day operations for the Military Billing Team and processes payments for military-sponsored students Ensure accurate contract setup, invoicing, payment posting, and reconciliation for all military affiliated accounts Reconcile third-party receivable General Ledger account(s) Maintain and ensure compliance with military funding, with includes working closely with the Office of Veterans Programs and Penn State's School Certifying Officials (SCOs) Supervise the Military Billing Team, which includes hiring, training, and evaluating staff to ensure outstanding customer service and compliance with university policies at all levels of the organization The successful candidate for this position will have: Strong accounting skills with a focus on accurate reconciliation and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in complex account transactions Excellent written and verbal communication skills to address unique situations and concerns in daily interactions with various Penn State offices, outside agencies, parents/families, and students Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies and implement effective solutions Excellent problem-solving skills to plan, organize, delegate, and direct work objectives, priorities, and deadlines Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to interpret and analyze data A high level of professionalism and the ability to meet specific deadlines and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Strong organizational skills with attention to detail Experience leading and managing teams/employees Experience with ERP systems (eg. PeopleSoft, Flywire, etc.) preferred Experience with student and business systems/software is highly desirable Experience with military education benefits is highly desirable This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Application Details:

Both a cover letter and resume/CV are required for consideration; incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Review will begin on April 8th and will continue until the position is filled.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Required Certifications:

None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the

U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $68,200.00 - $102,300.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

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