Title: Senior Accounts Receivable Tech

VP Area: Administration & Finance - UMW

Department: Student Accounts

Campus Location: Main Campus

Advertised Range: $48,000 - $52,000 *Commensurate with experience

**Internal Posting: Only current employees of UMW are eligible to apply,**

Job Summary/Basic Functions

UMW has an exciting internal opportunity for current employees to grow your career as a Senior Accounts Receivable Tech. In this role, you will independently manage the miscellaneous A/R and Student Account third-party invoicing processes, including collection of funds. Accurately maintain VMSDEP student list and associated tuition waivers. Assist in the Student Accounts Office to ensure accuracy and timeliness of accounts receivable transactions. Provide excellent customer service across all levels of responsibility.

Required KSAs/Competencies/Qualifications

• Working knowledge of accounting and general business practices including knowledge of AR policies and procedures.
• In depth knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent computer skills including those of computerized accounting systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to analyze and assist in preparation of financial reports and documents.

Required Experience:

• Experience working in business office.
• Experience with accounts receivable and general accounting principles. 

Additional Considerations:

• Associate's degree in accounting or related field; or equivalent combination of training and experience. 
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or business administration.
• Knowledge and prior experience with Ellucian Banner, and prior Customer Service experience.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. To be considered for this position a state application must be received through the online employment system at https://jobs.umw.edu/. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications or resumes will not be accepted.

Excluding current UMW employees, selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks. 

Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions. For more information, please visit http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/.

The University of Mary Washington adheres to the principle of equal opportunity. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, parental status (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors in recruiting, admitting, enrolling students or hiring and promoting faculty and staff members. Complaints of discrimination should be directed to the EEO officer of the University.

UMW Values Veterans: UMW is a proud member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§2.2-2001.2). We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible for additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard or Reserve. For more information please visit: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process (AHP). To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly Certificate of Disability or COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.