Southern California Institute of Technology · 14 hours ago
Bursar and Accounting Operations Coordinator
Anaheim, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$30/hr - $40/hr
4+ years expSouthern California Institute of Technology is seeking a Bursar and Accounting Operations Coordinator to oversee student financial services and support the institution's accounting operations. The role involves managing student billing, collections, payments, and ensuring compliance with financial processes while collaborating with the Finance and Financial Aid teams.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Monitor and support daily accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger activity, payroll coordination, and cash management
Perform and review complex accounting transactions, reconciliations, schedules, and journal entries to ensure accuracy and completeness
Oversee student accounts activity, including billing, invoicing, collections, payment plans, refunds, and third-party billing (e.g., VA and other sponsors)
Ensure institutional charges, adjustments, withdrawals, refunds, and completion-related account activity are processed accurately and in accordance with institutional policies
Work closely with the Financial Aid office to ensure timely application, reconciliation, and resolution of financial aid funding and credit balances
Serve as an escalation point for complex student-account or accounting issues requiring advanced analysis or judgment
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, institutional policies, and external regulatory requirements, including Title IV–related financial processes
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, reconciliations, schedules, and responses to auditor inquiries
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and the preparation of financial reports for management and leadership
Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows and recommend improvements to processes, systems, and procedures
Provide guidance, review, and support to accounting staff and assist with training on accounting principles, systems, and best practices
Serve as a backup for key accounting functions to ensure continuity of operations
Perform other related duties as assigned by the CFO
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field. Bachelor's preferred
Minimum of 4–6 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, preferably in higher education
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Demonstrated experience with student accounts, receivables, billing, and collections, preferably also with Student Federal Aid programs
Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online or similar)
Advanced proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail
Benefits
Paid Sick Leave: 40 hours of paid sick leave for each calendar year
Paid Vacation: 40 hours of paid vacation for the first year of employment, followed by 80 hours of paid vacation for the second year of employment onward. Vacation hours are accrued each term following the 90 day introductory period.
Paid Holidays: Total of 8 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, eligible after the 90 day introductory period.
Health Insurance: The school offers both PPO and HMO insurance plans where up to $400 of the monthly insurance premium is covered by the school.
401(k): Following the first year of employment and 1000 hours of services, employees may participate in the school’s 401(k) plan.
Company
Southern California Institute of Technology
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