Student Payment Specialist - Fully Remote!
Student Payment Specialist (Online/Remote)
Hondros College of Nursing...
The Student Payment Specialist is responsible for assisting students with detailed financial matters, while providing exceptional customer service to students and staff, with a strong emphasis on campus support regarding student ledgers, payment plans, and collection of documents. The incumbent of this position is responsible for ensuring students are given a financial plan that is estimated to cover their current costs in full through collaboration with both the central support bursar department and the financial aid staff at the College.
Responsibilities
Review billing/accounting specific reports regarding estimated balances to initiate, implement, and deliver student deferred payment plans (DPP) to students and collect and maintain all student payment plan documents into student management system
Ensure all students are issued a financial plan that will cover their out-of-pocket costs
Manage and assist with student inquiries regarding payment plans, balances due, and ledgers
Deliver payment plan email communication to students
Assist in weekly collection reporting for student payment plans
Complete/follow bursar department daily/weekly/quarterly processes
Assists in audit preparation and provides information and access to accounting records as required
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Complete audits of campus financial aid staff Personal Financing Estimators (PFE) and related supporting documents for the business office, including proper designation of student method of payment
Act as a backup to the campus financial aid staff to initiate, implement, and deliver DPP to students and collect and maintain all student payment plan documents into student management system
Provides financial counseling for students regarding payment options and payment plans.
Resolves standard issues for students, escalating issues to the Associate Director when appropriate
Inform students of their financial obligation, the institutions financial aid options, and financial policies and procedures as related to their educational expenses
Counsel students on potential resources for funding the students educational needs
Maintain approved tracking system for applications and missing documents to allow for timely follow-up and completion in accordance with college policies and procedures
Accurately and professionally communicate with internal and external parties and in a timely manner
Represents the College to various institutional divisions as well as externally to governmental agencies, vendors, students and their parents, and/or the general public
Provides outstanding support to students and staff in a variety of student account functions regarding processing payments, reviewing tuition, fees, and financial aid adjustments, while maintaining student account privacy under federal FERPA regulations
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and punctuation
Knowledge of office procedures and equipment
Knowledge of PCs and appropriate software
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact diplomatically with a variety of individuals at various organizational levels
Ability to identify moderately complex administrative issues and problems and resolve or escalate to appropriate individual
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices
Knowledge of basic budgeting procedures
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Aptitude for accuracy and detail
Strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to work on simultaneous projects at once
Education
Associate's Required, Bachelor's Preferred
Two years accounting/financial experience or equivalent education and experience preferred
About Us
Since 2006, Hondros College of Nursing has been graduating high-quality, work-ready nurses who enter the field with exceptional clinical, communication and collaborative skills. Our approach is focused and direct truly the Better Way to Become a Nurse. Our unique Learn and Earn Ladder approach sets Hondros College of Nursing apart from the typical educational path. After completing one program, students can work as a nurse and earn income before taking the next step or they can keep progressing through each program to the next level. No matter which route they take, Hondros nurses always receive an unprecedented amount of support in a student-centric, family-like environment. For more information about Hondros College of Nursing, please visit: www.hondros.edu
It is the policy of Hondros College of Nursing to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Hondros College of Nursing does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law
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Hondros College of Nursing...
The Student Payment Specialist is responsible for assisting students with detailed financial matters, while providing exceptional customer service to students and staff, with a strong emphasis on campus support regarding student ledgers, payment plans, and collection of documents. The incumbent of this position is responsible for ensuring students are given a financial plan that is estimated to cover their current costs in full through collaboration with both the central support bursar department and the financial aid staff at the College.
Responsibilities
Review billing/accounting specific reports regarding estimated balances to initiate, implement, and deliver student deferred payment plans (DPP) to students and collect and maintain all student payment plan documents into student management system
Ensure all students are issued a financial plan that will cover their out-of-pocket costs
Manage and assist with student inquiries regarding payment plans, balances due, and ledgers
Deliver payment plan email communication to students
Assist in weekly collection reporting for student payment plans
Complete/follow bursar department daily/weekly/quarterly processes
Assists in audit preparation and provides information and access to accounting records as required
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Complete audits of campus financial aid staff Personal Financing Estimators (PFE) and related supporting documents for the business office, including proper designation of student method of payment
Act as a backup to the campus financial aid staff to initiate, implement, and deliver DPP to students and collect and maintain all student payment plan documents into student management system
Provides financial counseling for students regarding payment options and payment plans.
Resolves standard issues for students, escalating issues to the Associate Director when appropriate
Inform students of their financial obligation, the institutions financial aid options, and financial policies and procedures as related to their educational expenses
Counsel students on potential resources for funding the students educational needs
Maintain approved tracking system for applications and missing documents to allow for timely follow-up and completion in accordance with college policies and procedures
Accurately and professionally communicate with internal and external parties and in a timely manner
Represents the College to various institutional divisions as well as externally to governmental agencies, vendors, students and their parents, and/or the general public
Provides outstanding support to students and staff in a variety of student account functions regarding processing payments, reviewing tuition, fees, and financial aid adjustments, while maintaining student account privacy under federal FERPA regulations
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and punctuation
Knowledge of office procedures and equipment
Knowledge of PCs and appropriate software
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact diplomatically with a variety of individuals at various organizational levels
Ability to identify moderately complex administrative issues and problems and resolve or escalate to appropriate individual
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices
Knowledge of basic budgeting procedures
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Aptitude for accuracy and detail
Strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to work on simultaneous projects at once
Education
Associate's Required, Bachelor's Preferred
Two years accounting/financial experience or equivalent education and experience preferred
About Us
Since 2006, Hondros College of Nursing has been graduating high-quality, work-ready nurses who enter the field with exceptional clinical, communication and collaborative skills. Our approach is focused and direct truly the Better Way to Become a Nurse. Our unique Learn and Earn Ladder approach sets Hondros College of Nursing apart from the typical educational path. After completing one program, students can work as a nurse and earn income before taking the next step or they can keep progressing through each program to the next level. No matter which route they take, Hondros nurses always receive an unprecedented amount of support in a student-centric, family-like environment. For more information about Hondros College of Nursing, please visit: www.hondros.edu
It is the policy of Hondros College of Nursing to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Hondros College of Nursing does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law
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