Bursar Assistant

Position Overview: The New York School of Interior Design, an accredited, independent institution of higher education devoted entirely to the discipline of interior design and its related professions, has an opening for a Bursar Assistant. Under the supervision of the Bursar, the Bursar Assistant provides support in the daily operations of student financial services.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and enter cash receipts (checks and cash) and bring deposit to bank
• Process credit card payment information on a timely basis
• Enter Authorize.net online credit card receipts in the student accounts on a daily basis
• Enter monthly TMS payment and enrollment deposits in the appropriate student accounts
• Monitor daily student billing payment due dates and follow-up with e-mail and voice-mail payment requests; provide information to Bursar regarding delinquent accounts
• Review Financial Aid Award lists and communicate with students regarding their uncovered account balances
• Place “Bursar Hold” on delinquent accounts as per Bursar’s instructions,
• Enter print fee charges as per lists provided by Technology department
• Run daily tuition and fee charges report, when needed; give the report to Bursar for review
• Monitor student health insurance waivers and address student inquiries
• Print and mail copy of student tuition statement, Form 1098-Ts upon requested
• Record all student tuition, fees and financial aid refunds in the appropriate student accounts as per Bursar’s instructions
• Enter student refund check number in the student account and file same
• Process manual billing adjustments per Bursar’s instructions
• Create new student records in Jenzabar as provided from Admissions Office
• Respond to Bursar Office e-mails and phone calls; forward relevant inquiries and issues to Bursar
• Provide information to students regarding TMS (tuition management payment plan)
• Assist students as necessary in absence of Bursar
• Support special projects and provide assistance to Bursar as needed

Qualifications:

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred. Two – four years’ related experience required. Knowledge of general accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures. Must possess good communication and customer service skills. Experience working with Jenzabar or other registration/payment system preferred.

Salary: $45,000 - $50,000 + generous benefits

In adherence with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, NYSID is strongly committed to a workplace that values individual talent, professional excellence, and opportunity for all. We recognize that a variety of skills and experiences contribute to the success of the college and welcome all applicants who are eager to be part of the NYSID community.