Senior Accountant – Student Finance

Job no: 493671
Work type: Full-time Staff
Location: Coeur d'Alene
Categories: Accounting & Finance

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Work Site Location: Coeur d' Alene Campus
Work Schedule: Mon-Thurs 7:30-5:00, Fri 7:30-2:30

Excellent benefits, including retirement  
15 vacation days per year 
12 sick days per year
14 paid holidays
Tuition assistance

Starting pay range: $57,566 - $69,079

Pay Grade: P7 To see full Professional Pay Grade Salary Structures click here  

Job Summary:
This position is responsible for providing guidance and direction on student accounts, accounts receivable, and cash management, including the supervision of staff and management of payment processing systems. Key responsibilities include performing accounting duties such as reconciliations, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies. The role also involves managing and reconciling receivables, revenue, and expense reporting related to student tuition, fees, loan payments, and financial aid disbursements, applying professional knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

Job Description linked below; (some job boards may not include active links so please click Apply Now on the NIC website or go to www.nic.edu/jobs to see full details); 

Download File Sr. Accountant - Student Finance.docx

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:  Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of four years full-time equivalent related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Extensive knowledge of accounting concepts and generally accepted accounting principles
• Advanced skills in research and interpretation of complex regulations and instructions
• Ability to understand and apply high-level mathematical and reasoning concepts
• Ability to work and think independently
• Ability to learn and consistently apply college system policy and procedures
• Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff, faculty and outside contacts
• Proficient in using computers, related peripherals and job-related software programs, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to understand and effectively operate relational databases specific to the College
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including phone, copier

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and proof of degree if required for this position. 

Application materials include;  resume, cover letter

Applications ONLY accepted through the North Idaho College Website!

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