Accounts Receivable Clerk Senior

Accounts Receivable Clerk Senior

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

Department Summary :

Student Life Budget and Finance (SLBF) supports the Student Life departments of Housing, Dining, Unions, Conference and Events, University Health & Counseling (UHC), Michigan Recreation and all of the Centers and Programs departments within Student Life. SLBF prepares monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, prepares annual budgets, data analysis, procurement and accounts receivable support across Student Life. SLBF also facilitates the annual Internal Controls gap analysis process, provides financial system and business process training as well as updates to U of M processes and policies within Student Life.

Position Summary :

Process billing and other Accounts Receivable functions within Student Life which include daily and weekly billing, perform accounts receivable functions and reconcile various accounts receivable for Student Life departments. Perform month-end reporting duties and additional accounts receivable tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable-50%

Responsible for the accurate processing of all student billing related to residential Student Life and Michigan Dining

Process and upload Service Unit Billings for Student Life Conference and Events, Michigan Dining, and the Unions; and process invoices to send to Shared Services Center.

Initiate, process and upload journal entries to transfer expenses and revenues and adjust account balances in case of discrepancies.

Process checks and cash deposits for all of Student Life.

Process Housing staff parking payroll deductions in collaboration with the University payroll office.

Serve as primary contact and resource for all billing questions, which includes a published phone line for students and parents with billing questions.

Problem solve unique billing issues in relation to accounts receivable.

Reconciliation-30%

Audit and reconcile daily Student Life billing using Housing's software, StarRez, and the University's MPathways / Wolverine Access software.

Troubleshoot / investigate any billing discrepancies as needed.

Query Accounts Receivable student billing using MPathways and Business Objects monthly.

Problem solve unique reconciliation issues in relation to accounts receivable.

Reporting-15%

Prepare monthly accounts receivable reports related to all student billing.

Maintain and organize the retention of all accounts receivable billing documentation.

Create, update, and maintain Student Life accounts receivable procedures as it pertains to this position.

Problem solve unique reporting issues in relation to accounts receivable.

Miscellaneous-5%

Collaborate on process improvements by coordinating with other units.

Backup for other Student Life Accounts Receivable staff.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent experience in a related field

3-5 or more years' experience providing business or financial support

Familiarity with Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat

Creative problem-solving skills

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with a focus in business, accounting or finance.

Experience with University policies and procedures, as well as the M-Pathways Financials Systems

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile / remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes () .

Additional Information

Position Responsibilities Criteria (leadership and behavioral qualities expected in this position) :

Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Strong customer service skills, flexibility, and working in a team environment

Strong organizational skills

Ability to solve complex problems with less obvious solutions

Ability to handle multiple tasks at once

Ability to take initiative and provide informal leadership with others on staff

Additional Information

This role may have reporting obligations under Title IX and Clery.

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.

Salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

Relocation will not be offered for this role.

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Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

270249

Working Title

Accounts Receivable Clerk Senior

Job Title

Accts Receivable Clerk Senior

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full / Part Time

Full-Time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Dsa Central Administ

Department

SL Budget and Finance

Posting Begin / End Date

10 / 27 / 2025 - 11 / 10 / 2025

Salary

$42,750.00 - $51,300.00

Career Interest

Finance

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