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Director, Student Accounting and Bursar

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University of South Alabama

Mobile, AL (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 20 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/6/2026

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Director, Student Accounting and Bursar
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
The University of South Alabama has selected Spelman Johnson, a leading executive search firm, to assist with conducting this search. Review of applications will begin on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Submit a resume and cover letter via spelmanandjohnson/position/director-of-student-accounting-and-bursar/.
Michel R. Frendian, senior consultant and practice leader, at mrfspelmanandjohnson for confidential inquiries.
Applicants needing reasonable amodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email infospelmanjohnson.
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number 008223
Position Title Director, Student Accounting and Bursar
Division Finance and Administration
Department 172600 - Student Accounting
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business or a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and six years of professional student accounting, bursar operations, or related financial services experience, three years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
Preferred Qualifications Job Description Summary The University of South Alabama has retained the services of the executive search firm Spelman Johnson. Applicants should submit their interest following the instructions listed on the posting.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions The University of South Alabama, a dynamic public research institution and academic health center in Mobile, Alabama, invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for its next Director of Student Accounting and Bursar. This is an on-site leadership role, and the anticipated start date is late fall 2026.
Founded in 1963, the University of South Alabama is home to more than 14,000 students and over 115 academic programs. The University aims to foster an environment that brings together engaging learning experiences with high-level research, enabling faculty and students to be leaders in their disciplines.
South is a dynamicmunity of leaders and learners who support and challenge one another to be actively engaged citizens who advance the Gulf Coast region and the world.
ing to the Vice President of Administration and serving on the Student Financial Services leadership team, the Director Of Student Accounting and Bursar (Director) ensures that students and their families receive outstanding financial services, including student accounts receivable, billing,pliance, and fund management. The Director is expected to foster a positive, supportive office environment for a team of 11 full-time staff members, prioritizing clearmunication and high-quality service throughout the student accounting process. This includes promoting teamwork and innovation, coordinating the implementation and operation of software systems that manage student accounts, and managing an operating budget of $1,150,000.
The University of South Alabama has selected Spelman Johnson, a leading executive search firm, to assist with conducting this search. Review of applications will begin on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Submit a resume and cover letter via spelmanandjohnson/position/director-of-student-accounting-and-bursar/.
Michel R. Frendian, senior consultant and practice leader, at mrfspelmanandjohnson for confidential inquiries.
Applicants needing reasonable amodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email infospelmanjohnson.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 06/24/2026
Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants The University of South Alabama has selected Spelman Johnson, a leading executive search firm, to assist with conducting this search. Review of applications will begin on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Submit a resume and cover letter via spelmanandjohnson/position/director-of-student-accounting-and-bursar/.
Michel R. Frendian, senior consultant and practice leader, at mrfspelmanandjohnson for confidential inquiries.
Applicants needing reasonable amodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email infospelmanjohnson.
Working Days Monday - Friday
Working Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job Location Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time Full Time
Regular or Temporary Regular