Senior Accounting Specialist

In this role, you'll develop specialized expertise in student accounts and loan servicing while assisting students and graduates, processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with federal and institutional regulations. Norman Campus: If you are selected as a finalist for a position that supports the Norman Campus, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.

Pay Range: Targeted salary of $21.01 hourly, based on experience

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Standard/Fixed Schedule

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

Looking for a stable career where your financial and customer service skills make a difference? Join the OU Health Campus Bursar's Office as a Senior Accounting Specialist. In this role, you'll develop specialized expertise in student accounts and loan servicing while assisting students and graduates, processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with federal and institutional regulations. Enjoy a supportive team, extensive cross-training, excellent benefits, and a predictable work environment with no travel.

Why Join OUHC?

OU offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 14 paid holidays, including the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance benefits
• Professional development and cross-training opportunities
• Stable work environment with no travel requirements

What You'll Do

• Process student payments, refunds, deposits, and credit card transactions
• Support loan servicing activities and maintain borrower records
• Reconcile accounts and research discrepancies
• Monitor student account balances, receivables, and payment activity
• Prepare reports and provide financial data to university leadership
• Assist students, graduates, faculty, and staff with account questions and financial inquiries
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with university policies and applicable federal and state regulations
• Utilize PeopleSoft and other financial systems to manage student account activity
• Collaborate with departments, agencies, vendors, and external partners
• Support daily office operations and special projects as assigned

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Comfortable working with numbers and financial data
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Skilled at researching and resolving problems
• Committed to accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance
• Professional in written and verbal communication
• Dedicated to providing exceptional customer service

Required Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED
• 36 months experience in accounting/bookkeeping

Required Certifications and Licenses:

• None

Department Preferences:

• Experience with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions and/or PeopleSoft Financials
• Experience in student account administration or loan servicing
• Cashiering or payment processing experience
• Experience with account reconciliation and accounts receivable
• Ten-key proficiency by touch
• Experience handling sensitive financial information

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Norman Campus: If you are selected as a finalist for a position that supports the Norman Campus, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy .

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.