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Bursar

United States, Richmond Employment contract · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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Job Description

The Bursar provides strategic leadership and oversight for the institution's student accounts, cashiering, collection, billing, and operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of all tuition, fee, and related financial transactions. This position plays a vital role in supporting the University's administrative and student service functions through the timely and accurate billing, collection, and reconciliation of student accounts.

Job Responsibility

  • Provide leadership and direction for the Student Accounts/Bursar's Office, including supervision, training, and evaluation of departmental staff
  • Manage all aspects of student billing, tuition and fee assessment, payment processing, and account reconciliation
  • Serve as the institutional authority on student account policies, federal and state regulations
  • Prepare, analyze, and present financial and operational reports
  • Participate in institutional committees and initiatives to enhance the student financial experience

Requirements

  • Bachelor degree required
  • 5 years of related work experience is required

Nice to have

  • Accounting, Finance, or related field of study preferred
  • MBA, MPA, or Masters in Accounting or other related business field is preferred
  • Progressive management and leadership experience in higher education billing & collections preferred

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