Bursar

Canisius University
Buffalo, NY
Category Finance
Job Description
Role Overview

The Bursar provides leadership and direction for front-end student financial services, billing operations, and customer service workflows within Student Records and Financial Services. This role involves supervising professional and student staff, managing student account rules, and optimizing daily cashiering to support strategic enrollment and retention goals.

What You Will Do

Key responsibilities include supervisory and leadership responsibilities, billing, cashiering, and revenue management, and operational and office responsibilities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The Bursar is responsible for development and implementation of new initiatives, leading the review and development of policies and procedures, and assisting in year-end close, FISAP, and audits.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field
  • Three years of experience in a higher education environment in a para-professional capacity
  • Experience working with a student/business information system and database
  • Demonstrated success in implementing and improving administrative processes

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Insurance Benefits
  • 403(b) with Company Contribution
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Benefits
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