University of Charleston

University of Charleston

Posted September 10, 2025

Student Accounts Manager

University of Charleston

Position Summary:

The Student Accounts Manager is responsible for overseeing the billing process and payment collection of student accounts. This position works closely with other University departments in a coordinated effort to provide quality customer service to students and their families.

Essential Responsibilities:

Provide direct, quick, accurate, and convenient service to students, parents, and other customer service bases through addressing a range of student account needs which require immediate attention. This includes, but is not limited to, the following functions on an as needed basis:

  • Maintains and manages Colleague system for all tuition and fee components key to the student billing function
  • Works with current students and families to establish payment plans for tuition and fees
  • Monitors student balances on payment plans and manages student status for future term registration
  • Monitors and posts International Health Insurance charges in coordination with the Office of Student Life
  • Prepares and manages student accounts for collections with ECSI, In-house and outside collections
  • Reviews and manages student bills and coordinates communications for delinquent accounts
  • Reconciles Colleague system to the general ledger accounts
  • Provides data and reports to Registrar, Cabinet, and other internal University users as needed
  • It is anticipated that this person will become proficient in other areas of the Student Solutions Center operations beyond his\her area of expertise
  • Assists with customer service when needed
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.  Associate’s degree or extensive university billing or financial aid experience considered.
  • 5 years of experience in accounting and accounts receivable
  • Must have experience in a high-volume environment
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
  • Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the various customer bases, e.g., students, staff, faculty, and external contacts
  • Ability to utilize a computer and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision
  • Results-oriented interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of general office procedures
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to adapt to a changing work environment
  • Flexible, resourceful, willing to learn\cross-train
  • Must be a team player

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, a current resume, and the names of three professional references with contact information (including email address if available) to:

Katelyn Nelson, Assistant Controller

University of Charleston

2300 MacCorkle Ave SE

Charleston, WV 25304

katelynnelson@ucwv.edu

 

Electronic submissions are encouraged.  Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

 

The University of Charleston is an Equal Opportunity Employer