Accounts Receivable Services Accountant Intermediate

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI • 1d ago

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Job Summary

The University of Michigan Shared Services Center (U-M SSC) is a customer service organization focused on providing user-friendly and cost-effective administrative services to the university community. The SSC offers financial and human resources transactional support.

Reporting to The Accounts Receivable Services Accountant Supervisor. You will compile and process accounts receivable transactions on behalf of the university. You will work both independently and collaboratively with internal colleagues and central partners. You will be a subject matter expert on non-sponsored billing and payment processing matters and take part in projects.

Work Location:

Work is 95% remote. Please note that occasional on-site presence may be required to support deposit activities or to participate in staff training. You are required to have a high-speed internet connection and a designated working space in your home. Equipment, including a laptop and monitors, will be provided for your use.

Please Note:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Responsibilities*

Review data queries to ensure billing and payment records are processed and accurate

Respond to inquiries from schools and colleges, central partners, or other SSC departments

Provide guidance to AR staff by approving journal entries, answering questions, and addressing issues as they arise

Process payments and research unallocated payments

Keep units, partners (i.e., Treasury, Banking Services), and supervisors up to date with complications that may result in processing delays

Take corrective actions to resolve issues arising from billing, deposit, or journal entry errors.

Complete monthly account reconciliations, including onsite checks, student and guest cash advances, and stored value card program

Help identify and recommend process improvement ideas and assist with automation enhancement efforts

Assist the other AR Services Accountant with month-end close and other reporting requirements

Serve as first-level approver for capital calls and guide the Specialists as needed

Other projects and responsibilities as assigned

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting

Intermediate level of proficiency with spreadsheets, query tools, and data analysis software

1+ years of experience providing customer service

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Seven paid holidays and four paid season days.

A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Additional Information

The University of Michigan, with an operating budget of more than $10 billion, is a leader in higher education. U-M SSC provides administrative support related to financial and human resources in the following areas: Accounts Payable, Travel and Expense, General Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Benefits, HR Data Management, Time and Leave, and Employment Process. To learn more about U-M SSC, please visit our website: https://ssc.umich.edu / .

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

282617

Working Title

Accounts Receivable Services Accountant Intermediate

Job Title

Accountant Intermediate

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Mobile/Remote