**All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).** **Working Title:** Accounts Receivable Specialist - Account Clerk Senior (FA25030) **Institution:** Minnesota State University, Mankato **Classification Title:** Account Clerk Senior **Bargaining Unit / Union:** 206: AFSCME - Clerical and Office **City:** Mankato **FLSA:** Non Job Exempt **Full Time / Part Time:** Full time **Employment Condition:** Classified - Unlimited **Salary Range:** $21.90 - $31.21 **Job Description** This position provides support to the Accounts Receivable department by monitoring, maintaining and reconciling collections, extended internal payment plans and the write off process. This position coordinates with the Accounting Technician to reconcile International Student insurance payments as well as student refunds. This position provides services through telephone, email and in-person interactions to current and prospective students, families, university personnel and external clientele in a welcoming and professional manner. This position serves as back-up cashier to the Cashiers Office and to Head Cashier for bank reconciliation. This position would also run Access queries for the AR department and perform other duties as assigned. **Minimum Qualifications** + Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records and reports; locate errors; and recommend solutions to procedural or other fiscal problems. + Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets, word processing software, computers and other office equipment such as calculators. + Mathematics skills sufficient to calculate, review and reconcile data and balance accounts. + English (verbal and written) communication skills sufficient to communicate appropriately with students, faculty/staff and other customers. + Ability to design, interpret and explain work procedures and operations and provide advice on fiscal policies and procedures. + Skill in customer service sufficient to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information to customers in person, on the phone and through email and other written correspondence + High school diploma or equivalent, plus two or more years of post-secondary education in accounting or related field or work experience in accounting or finance. **Preferred Qualification** + Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment. + Working knowledge of and experience with Access queries and Excel reports. + Experience with university or college accounts receivable, financial aid and student record modules and especially familiar with how they interrelate with each other. + Ability to balance multiple priorities and manage a large volume of work with accuracy and attention to detail. **Other Requirements** Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment. The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ (http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/Y) . You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu . **Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)** Monday - Friday Academic Year Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Summer Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM **Telework (Yes/No)** No - Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes: + Exclusively On Campus: A position that requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location. **About** More than 1600 talented faculty, staff, and 1600 student employees with a wide variety of skills and backgrounds, support university operations every day. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community. Destination 2030 , the University’s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging. **Benefits Information:** At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. **Desired Start Date:** 03-26-2025 **Position End Date:** **Open Date:** 02-14-2025 **Close Date:** 02-25-2025 **Posting Contact Name:** Sarith Phan **Posting Contact Email:** nw9349ry@minnstate.edu