Director, Financial Services/System Bursar at InsideHigherEd

Director, Financial Services/System Bursar🔍Houston, Texas, 3100 MainNew📁Executives📅250039I Requisition #📅1 day ago Post DateJob SummaryThe Director of Financial Services/System Bursar is responsible for the recommendation and ultimate implementation tuition and fees and State mandated and Board of Trustees approved optional student waivers and exemptions. Manage the student and financial information systems as related, but not limited to assessment, accounting, reporting and collection, and deposit of tuition and fees, exemptions, and waivers.Ensure proper and timely payment of refunds and student credit balances including financial aid residuals, 3rd party billing, management of federal and state cash supporting aid and scholarships and collection of delinquent accounts and all billing and receivables.Has reporting oversight of the Student Accounts, Cashiering Operations, Receivables and Collections, and Scholarship Funds Accounting areas.Executive level staff at HCC are system-wide leaders that share the responsibility to collaboratively support the one-college vision articulated in our strategic plan – Embracing Houston’s Future – with college strategic priorities as measurable manifestations of our shared Mission, Vision, and Values.Responsible for the design, execution, and effectiveness of a system of internal controls, which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets, are safeguarded, financial information is reliable and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.Manage Talent Engagement activities for direct reports in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, development, mentoring, counseling, and performance evaluations.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAdminister and manage the College’s on-line and in-line cashiering system, 3rd party vendor cash pick-up services, and the Student Payment Plan system.In charge of all payment solutions including eMarketer/eCommerce, event management and other point of sale systems.Responsible for HCC’s compliance with the Single Audit as required by the US Office of Management and Budget Circular – Audits of State, Local Governments and Non-Profit Organizations and the State of Texas Single Audit Circular.Responsible for HCC’s compliance with Department of Education’s Cash Management Regulations (CFR 688.164) and the fiscal management of scholarship funds including drawing down funds from the Department of Education using ED’s current system for scholarships awarded to students.Manage all student financial account activities, including but not limited to the College’s tuition and fee revenues, and all other student-related incidental charges and revenues.Work with the awarded collection agency to ensure timely billings, collections and reporting of tuition and fees for the System.Responsible for HCC’s Merchant Services that process all credit card transactions and its settlement.Ensures HCC’s compliance with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) regulations.Responsible for the timely and accurate reporting to Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) and other state and federal agencies.Act as resource for Finance and Administration to interpret Business Office procedures, HCC policies and procedures, and the rules and regulations of THECB and other external agencies.Recommend and develop changes to the policies, regulations and procedures as needed.Provide leadership, guidance, assistance, and directives to all college business offices in all cashiering functions, and to program and COE directors/managers regarding program and course charges.Maintain system tables for registration codes including tuition and fee codes and schedules per term, Calendar/schedule set-up calendar/schedule covering refund schedule and percentages, waivers, 3rd Party (B-codes) set-ups, grant (G-code) set-ups, and others.Act as the head of the ad-hoc committee regarding enrollment cancellation and administer changes and process improvement.Advise Associate Vice Chancellor Finance and Accounting on the interpretation/application of federal/state laws and regulation as related to student financial services and accounts. Maintain Cash Handling Procedures Manual to provide operating guidance for the colleges and Student Financial Services staff.Collaborate with the Executive Director of Financial Aid, Registrar, and HCC departments to ensure there is a concerted and synchronized effort towards student service.Responsible for the accounting of Scholarship Funds, including but not limited to Department of Education Title IV grants.Responsible for the preparation of the financial portions of audit schedules for State, Federal, internal and external auditors, including but not limited to the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards and Schedule of Expenditures of State of Texas awards.Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.QUALIFICATIONSEducation & Experience· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required· 6 years of administrative experience in accounting/business office and supervisory experience required· Educational system experience preferredLicensing & Certification· Valid Texas Driver License· Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in the State of Texas preferred.Special Skills · MS Office Programs· Information Management Systems· Budget Management· Strong analytical skills· Conflict resolution techniquesCompetencies· Acting as a Champion for Change· Thinking like an Entrepreneur· Driving for Results· Leveraging Opportunities· Setting a Strategic Vision· Attracting & Developing Talent· Inspiring & Motivating Others· Acting Strategically· Demonstrating Beliefs & Principals· Managing ResourcesWorking ConditionsGeneral Office.Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner.Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements.May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.SECURITY SENSITIVE:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215The OrganizationHouston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest single-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.The TeamPlay a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.LocationHouston is a city with limitless possibilities:Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene. Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines. If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away. EEO Statement Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX CoordinatorOffice of Equal Opportunity and Title IXPO Box 667517 Houston TX, 77266713 718.8271 or [email protected] values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.