Position Information
Position Information
Position Title:
Bursar
Working Title:
Bursar
Position Number:
002910
Full-Time Or Part-Time:
Full Time
Time Limited Position:
No
Number of Vacancies:
1
Department:
Treasurer/Bursar -Finance & Admin
Posting Number:
0401865
SHRA/EHRA:
Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Job Category:
Exec, Admin, Managerial
Hiring Range:
Commensurate with Education and Experience
Overall Position Competency:
Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Primary Purpose of the Organization:
The primary mission of the Treasurer/Bursar office is to support the University’s educational goals through the correct assessment of the student tuition and fees, collections, receipting of the University funds, and the diligent management of the Federal Perkins Loan Fund. This also encompasses providing an appropriate support system for the staff of the Business and Finance Office to ensure their progressive development in the use of the Banner, ECSI (Educational Computer Systems Incorporated), and other related computer systems.
This Unit is composed of three areas: (1) Cashiers’ Office, (2) Student Accounts Receivables, and (3) Federal Perkins Loans Office.
Primary Purpose of the Position:
The Bursar is a key financial leadership role responsible for managing all aspects of cashiering, student accounts, and related fiscal operations at the University. This position ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of all student financial transactions, including student billing, collections, and cash management activities. The Bursar provides strategic oversight, leadership, and training to staff while ensuring adherence to State of North Carolina and University policies, procedures, and cash management regulations.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:
- Graduation from a four-year college or university including or supplemented by twelve semester hours of accounting and knowledge of principles and practices of accounting and reporting, especially as related to student accounts, cash accounting, and collections procedures.
- Experience should include at least 2 years of accounting and/or management experience and working with computerized financial systems.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
- Knowledge of financial and other PC products ( EXCEL and WORD ), knowledge of governmental and/or university regulations, knowledge of cash management, receivables and collections processing as well as the accounting for each, and
- Experience in managing a department and supervising employees.
- Ability to effectively communicate about cash management and receivables, efficient management of office (staff and time), efficient maintenance of files, and preparation of accurate and meaningful reports.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Additional years of training and/or experience, a master’s degree and CPA / CMA certification are preferred.
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Notice to Applicants:
Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Additional Information for Applicants:
All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.
EEO Statement:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).
Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Veteran's Statement:
Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Quick Link:
https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/28975
Supplemental Questions
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Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Other Documents Continued
- Other Documents Continued.
