About the role#
The Student Financial Specialist supports the financial operations of Pensacola State College by overseeing sponsor contracts, student accounts, and cash collections. This position provides essential customer service to students, faculty, and administration while ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with institutional policies.
What you'll do#
- Assist in managing student accounts, sponsor contracts, and cash collections.
- Provide customer service to students, parents, and staff through face-to-face, telephone, and email interactions.
- Communicate financial information, including tuition rates, payment deadlines, and 1098T tax forms.
- Process tuition payments, invoice payments, and departmental deposits.
- Maintain accurate student files and summarize conversations for future reference.
- Help students navigate online services and payment portals.
- Prepare itemized invoices for college services, workforce development, and dual enrollment programs.
- Reconcile accounts, monitor receivables for irregularities, and process account adjustments.
- Handle confidential material in accordance with FERPA regulations.
- Perform administrative tasks including data entry, filing, scanning, and mail sorting.
What you'll need#
- An associate degree from an accredited institution or equivalent year-for-year work experience.
- Two years of professional experience in accounting or bookkeeping.
- Proficiency with spreadsheet and database applications.
- Ability to multitask in an electronic environment and maintain attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Successful completion of a criminal background check.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position based in Pensacola, Florida.
- The role is open until filled.
About Pensacola State College
Pensacola State College provides associate and baccalaureate degrees to students in Northwest Florida and international locations. The institution operates multiple campuses and centers across the region, including sites in Pensacola, Warrington, and Milton. Founded in 1948, the college maintains a staff of over 2,000 employees. It serves as a public educational organization.
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