Savannah State University
Position Description – Bursar
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Position Title: Bursar
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Vice President for Business & Financial Affairs
Department: Financial Services
Date Prepared: March, 2015
BASIC FUNCTION
The Bursar is responsible for management of student accounts and account receivables for the University. All billings for the
university are handled through the office of the Bursar with the exception of restricted account billings. All cash receipting is also
handled through the office of the Bursar with the main purpose of safeguarding the university’s assets.
NATURE & SCOPE
Reporting directly to the Vice President for Business and Financial Affairs, the incumbent in the position works with students and
parents on student balances and payment arrangements; also processes student refunds, establishes deadlines and ensures compliance
while adhering to university policies and procedures.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
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Supervise the area of the Bursar’s office
Maintain the accounts receivable
Perform reconciliations
Process return of Title IV aid for all withdrawals
Perform maintenance required for smooth operation of systems
Work with parents, students, and other offices concerning student balances and questions
Establishment and maintenance of revenue detail costs
Ensure fee tables are established and properly assess students attending SSU
Work with Comptroller’s office to ensure all assessed revenue in subsidiary letter is properly recorded in general
ledger
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
A four year degree with knowledge and proficiency in using Microsoft, Excel, Word, Banner, and PeopleSoft; knowledge of the
Board of Regents and the United States Department of Education policies and procedures required. Must have a demonstrative
mastery of techniques, practices and theories that are important to SSU; must be capable of devising procedures to ensure internal
controls are in place; ability to make quick decisions with wide impact also required.