Department:	Financial Services
Position Overview:	The Accountant in Student Business Services is the subject matter expert for all functions, accounting and administrative, relating to the Monthly Payment Plan (MPP). This includes the system set-up, accounting, reporting and analysis, student budget adjustments, enhancements, marketing and growth of plan, and provides customer service for MPP students and parents.
Why Work at UMBC?	UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available. What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. And read about our recent award, UMBC is a 2023 Great College to Work for…. In every category.
Telework:	A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
Responsibilities:	Monthly Payment Plan accounting and administration; sets up plan each term, reporting and analysis, student budget adjustments, marketing and growth of plan. Makes recommendations for and implements improvements to system set up and processes. Federal Perkins Loan accounting and administration; prepares complex bank and General Ledger reconciliations, preparation and processing of journal entries, reporting and analysis, records CCU payments, submits payments to DOE, and disbursement checklists. Customer contact for Monthly Payment Plan students and parents and Perkins Loan students. Works closely with our ERP vendors – Transact Payment solutions and ECSI Perkins Loan service, UMBC departments, and Maryland CCU for student account inquiries. Back up for Customer Service and Cashiering Manager. Backup for Cash Receipt Log preparation. Prepares and presents at Student and Parent Orientations, represents department at table fairs.
Required Minimum Qualifications:	Bachelors Degree preferably in Accounting or Business related field. 3 years in financial operations/accounting.
Preferred Qualifications:	3 years in a higher education environment
Background Screening Statement:	A background check will be required.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Upload a cover letter and a resume.
Closing Date:	Open Until Filled
Benefits:	UMBC offers a rich benefits package. Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here): Generous Leave which includes accruing: 22 Days of Annual Leave 15 Days of Sick Leave 15 Holidays 3 Personal Days Tuition Remission: 8 credit hours per semester Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment Additional Benefits: Life and disability insurance Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan) Professional development opportunities Wellness opportunities & Much more Contingent II positions may include some benefits. Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
Salary:	Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Hours:	Full-time
Type:	Regular
FLSA Status:	Exempt
Equal Opportunity Statement:	UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX:	As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.
Accommodation:	If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Work Authorization	As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

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