Reports To:

Associate Controller

Position Status:

FT - Full-Time

Posted Pay Range:

$70,560 - $88,200

Benefits:

The College of Western Idaho is committed to offering a (very) competitive benefits package with affordable and robust benefit options:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans range from $25 - $299 per month with deductibles as low as $350!
  • Premiums depend on the plan type and the number of dependents on the plan
  • For more information on health insurance, including coverage details and plan summaries, visit www.OGI.Idaho.gov

• Retirement plans with employer contribution of over 11%
• Flexible Spending Account for medical and dependent care
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Eleven paid holidays per year (faculty may vary)
• Generous vacation and sick leave - full-time, exempt staff accrue vacation leave at the rate of (8) hours per pay period which occurs every two weeks!
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition discount on classes at CWI and other colleges

About Us:

The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is committed to empowering students to succeed by providing affordable and accessible education to advance the local and global workforce.

Offering premier programs and degrees that make a difference, CWI remains a top choice for higher education in the Treasure Valley. Empowering the community one student at a time, CWI moves fearlessly forward paving the way to bold new futures with flexible options, exceptional tuition value, and support every step of the way.

Visit cwi.edu/about-cwi to learn more.

Position Summary:

The Bursar will lead the development and implementation of processes and procedures that ensure the accuracy and integrity of all student account transactions. The position will provide leadership and direction to a team of direct reports responsible for the efficient operations and services provided within the department.

Essential Functions:

• Implement and manage strategic plans and operating procedures for the student accounts

department, monitor, and evaluate operational effectiveness, and effect changes required
for improvement.

• Provide direction of and responsible for the accuracy of the cashiering and record-keeping

functions of student accounts including billing of tuition, fees, third parties, and
miscellaneous charges and fee collection.

• Oversee general ledger setup and system maintenance to accurately record various

revenue and fees, such as vending, library fines, tuition, fees, credit card charges, and
refund processing.

• Responsible to hire, schedule, supervise, train, evaluate performance, and support

professional growth of assigned staff. Guide employees through mentoring and corrective
action as needed.

• Provide ongoing training of Student Accounts process and procedures to the Accounts

Receivable team and staff in other departments including the One Stop cashiers to ensure
consistency among departments.

• Manage the department budget and conduct operational planning for the Accounts

Receivable department.

• Responsible for year-end reporting for Student Accounts including system configuration,

preparation and filing of 1098T forms.

• Direct staff on course of action, approve payment plans and other options for payment

on student accounts and resolve escalated issues.

• Develop and provide oversight of collection procedures as necessary for defaulted

accounts, non-sufficient fund checks and other debts.

• Assist in the coordination of the annual audit as well as prepare audit work papers and

provide information related to Accounts Receivable and student records as required.

• Work closely with department managers and directors such as Financial Aid and Registrar

to coordinate the services provided by the student accounts team.

• Ensure fiscal integrity of college petty cash and vault funds and oversight of cash

handling policies and procedures.

• Oversee and perform complex reconciliations of subsidiary and general ledger accounts

as needed.

• Conveys by words and actions the values expected by CWI.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field or three years

equivalent education and/or experience. Master’s degree in a related field preferred.

• Accounting experience and a strong background in accounts receivable principles,

methodology and practice. Three years experience in the accounts receivable field in
higher education preferred.

• Knowledge of fund accounting, financial aid, and student loan terminology. Three years

experience in the accounts receivable field in higher education preferred.

• Knowledge of cash management principles, procedures, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated leadership behaviors that result in making good decisions aligned with the

College’s priorities. Encourage team members to perform their duties to achieve priorities.
Must possess qualities to inspire team by; creating transparency in the decision-making
process when possible achieving accountability for decisions; inspiring team members to
meet and exceed goals and objectives; identifying the strengths and development areas of
each team member and inspire them to do their best work in an effective manner.

• Demonstrated analytical ability and strong organizational and communication skills are a

must.

• Ability to manage as well as prepare departmental budget.
• Prior supervisory experience of professional staff.
• Knowledge of FERPA and ability to enforce adherence in order to maintain confidentiality.
• Prior work experience in the community college environment.

 

Additional Instructions for Applicants:

Please provide a cover letter along with resume.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.

Interested?