Position Details Classification Information Unit Job Status FLSA Position Information Position Title

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE MANAGER - BURSAR

Reports To Faculty Discipline N/A - Not Applicable Faculty is eligible for Tenure Track? No Funding Source Functions and Responsibilities Job Summary Under the supervision of the Bursar, or designee, the Accounts Receivable Manager will work closely with the Bursar staff and the Accounting Department staff for the maintenance and control of student tuition receivable.

Please Note:

Essex County College does not provide visa sponsorship of any kind. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Compensation:

This position offers a competitive starting salary of $52,00 - $70,000 Benefits include: Health, dental, and vision coverage Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Pension and retirement plans Tuition waiver programs Opportunities for professional growth Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven college community. Supervisory Role Oral and written instructions are received from the Bursar, or designee. The Accounts Receivable Manager may supervise professional staff, support staff, and student workers. Duties & Responsibilities 1. Audit cashier receipts daily. 2. Maintain cashier's change funds to begin daily operations, and replenishes such change funds during the day, as required 3. Reconcile daily cash receipts to Banner finance system and ensure that general ledger journal entries are prepared accurately for non-Banner receipts. 4. Research and resolve payment discrepancies. 5. Prepare and reconcile daily Consolidation Proof sheet detailing Bursar receipts and revenue from all institutional sources reconciling Banner entries to the general ledger. Deliver proofand journal entries to the Comptroller or designee for further processing and reconciliation. 6. Prepare bank deposit slips to deposit college receipts from sources of institutional funds. 7. Coordinate the daily delivery of college receipts to the bank in accordance to college regulations. 8. Manage and reconcile monthly petty cash funds. 9. Post third party, agency and out of county chargeback payments to student accounts and maintain an up to date billing system. 10. Prepare third party, agency and out of county billings and communicnte with payers to ensure payment. Analyze student accounts and return all non-compliant or overpayment to payer. 11. Perform monthly reconciliation of all third party, agency, and out of county chargeback billings 12. Prepare year end agency report for fiscal year reporting. 13. Maintain strict confidentiality and security of student records. 14. Prepare special, routine, and ancillary reports as required. 15. Performs other related duties as required. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall: Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job. Sit, stand and walk/move from place to place for required periods of time. Move between buildings. Speak and hear, communicate using telephone and/or walkie talkie. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, including but not limited to, computers, keyboards, telephones, calculators, and controls. Bend, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift. Additional Requirements Minimum Qualifications Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities Bachelor's degree or associate degree with a minimum of 5 years of Bursar Office experience. At least 3 credits of college level accounting courses. Working knowledge of computer software applications, preferably Microsoft Office applications. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to exercise critical human relations skill in establishing and mnintaining effective working relationships with college employees and in providing quality customer service. Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.) Preferred Qualifications Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities Master's degree. Experience in accounting or bookkeeping. Working knowledge of the Fair Debt Collection Act and applicable state and federal laws. Education Requirements Master's Degree Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.) Posting Details Posting Information Open Date 09/18/2026 Open Until Filled No Close Date 10/02/2026 Special Instructions Summary Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Essex County College is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

•). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Transcripts Letter of Recommendation (minimum of 3) Optional Documents