University of South Carolina is hiring an Account Receivable Analyst. This role involves managing accounts receivable and billing processes within the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support. The analyst processes deposits, handles internal and external billing, provides billing-related customer service, and utilizes systems such as Peoplesoft, Finance Intranet, and Touchnet.
Highlights
Manage bank deposits and ACH payment processing for the division.
Prepare and process intra-departmental and external billing, including invoicing and journal entries.
Provide customer service by answering billing inquiries and assisting with insurance correspondence interpretations.
Monitor, analyze, and follow up on accounts receivable related to health insurance and pharmacy claims within electronic health records.
Use software tools including Peoplesoft, Finance Intranet, and Touchnet.
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field with one or more years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred experience with billing, financial transactions, university accounting systems, and accounting software.
Compensation starts at $45,133 with a salary range up to $56,416 annually.
Department serves multiple divisions including Student Affairs, Student Life, Student Health and Well-Being, and others within the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support.
Position is full time (37.5 hours per week) with a standard schedule of 8:30am – 5:00pm and may require flexible hours.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by July 7, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00526PO25 Job Family | Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis Job Function | Accounts Receivable USC Market Title | Accounts Receivable Analyst Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/164825 Job Level | P1 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) | Account Receivable Analyst Campus | Columbia Work County | Richland College/Division | Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support Department | SAAS Finance State Pay Band | 5 Approved Starting Salary | $45,133 Advertised Salary Range | $45,133 - $56,416 Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC Part/Full Time | Full Time Hours per Week | 37.5 Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Basis | 12 months Job Search Category | Fiscal Accounting
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Do you have knowledge of medical billing and accounts receivable management?Are you a “details” person who enjoys finding opportunities for process improvement?Do you enjoy working with data and reviewing transactions for accuracy?Can you provide excellent customer service and follow-up? The Account Receivable Analyst for Student Affairs and Academic Support (SAAS) is responsible for performing professional duties related to accounts receivable and billing processes within the Division of SAAS. The Account Receivable Analyst is a member of the division’s centralized finance team. The division includes Student Affairs, Student Life, Student Health and Well-Being, Student Success, the Residential Experience, University 101, and the National Resource Center for the First Year Experience. The Accounts Receivable Analyst is directly supervised by the Accounts Receivable Manager for Student Affairs and Academic Support. They assist in the processing of deposits for the division along with internal and external billing and billing-related customer service, including billing for medical services provided. They utilize multiple different information systems such as Peoplesoft, Finance Intranet, and Touchnet.
Primary Duties:Bank Deposits & ACH: Prepares and assists in the preparation of bank deposits for all areas of the division.Prepares and processes intradepartmental billing for all areas of the division. Process invoices and journal entries for billing of various departmentsMaintain high levels of customer service. Answers patients’ questions (by phone, email or secure message), direct students to proper resources, assist with the interpretation of EOBs and other correspondence from insurance companies related to health insurance claims.Analyze, monitor, and follow up on accounts receivable. Process payment transactions/remittances related to health insurance claims and pharmacy claims within the electronic health record. Perks: Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work! Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials | Preferred Qualifications | Experience with billing and financial transactions; experience with university accounting systems, policies, and procedures. Experience using accounting software.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Knowledge of Accounts Receivable and Billing processes. Knowledge of general office practices and procedures. Ability to prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Excellent communication skills, oral and written. Ability to understand and comply with policies and procedures. Ability to work independently in the absence of supervisor and willing to learn new systems and implement new processes in response to change or to improve functions within the department. Ability to adhere to the strictest of confidentiality standards including but not limited to HIPAA, FERPA (etc.).
Job Duties
Job Duty | Bank Deposits & ACH: Prepares and assists in the preparation of bank deposits for all areas of the division. Claims all ACH payments for the division as appropriate. Assist with credit card and e-store support throughout the division. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Intradepartmental billing: Prepares and processes intradepartmental billing for all areas of the division. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Accounts Receivable Management: Analyze, monitor and follow up on accounts receivable. Process payment transactions/remittances related to health insurance claims and pharmacy claims within the electronic health record. Ensure accurate and timely transaction processing. Process student account transfers to Bursar’s Office. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Customer service:Maintain high levels of customer service. Answers patient’s questions (by phone, email or secure message), directs students to proper resources, assists with the interpretation of EOBs and other correspondence from insurance company. Respond to the tickets entered by SAAS staff for assistance with receivables and billing questions. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | External Billing:Prepares and processes external billing for all areas of the division. Process invoices and deposits for billing of various entities external to the University for services provided by SAAS departments such as space rental, services provided, etc. Prepare financial documents when needed. Assist SAAS directors and departments with ensuring the collection of externally billed amounts due to the division. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Special projects: Assist with special projects, as needed. Provide cross coverage within the office. Complete miscellaneous duties as assigned. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10
Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Desired Start Date | Job Open Date | 06/30/2025 Job Close Date | 07/07/2025 Open Until Filled | No Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by July 7, 2025.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/189958 EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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