The Opportunity

UT System Administration is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to help manage invoicing, collections, and deposits. This role will work primarily with campus contacts to close out past due or uncollectible accounts, manage customer data, and ensure that cash receipts are applied correctly across the entire university system.

Primary responsibilities will include:

Create and maintain customer data in University ERP system
Research past due customer accounts to identify stale contact data
Research and identify unreconciled deposits or misapplied deposits
Maintain aging reports and take appropriate action on past due accounts
Make recommendations to improve procedures
Prepare financial reports for AR as required
Support initiatives to successfully onboard system-wide University departments into Receivable
module in ERP
Work with ERP support and external AR service providers to facilitate third party integrations into ERP system
Support ongoing projects to improve AR and cash management procedures across the university System
Other duties as assigned by supervisor




Education/Experience
The successful candidate will hold a high school diploma or GED and 18+ months experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, or other related job

The successful candidate will have:

Strong communication and customer service skills
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Strong communication and customer service skills
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
The preferred candidate will hold an Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

The preferred candidate will have:

2-5 years experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, or other related job
Experience with Oracle Fusion Receivable and/or Collection
General knowledge of Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Application Process
Applications MUST be accompanied by a resume, references, and a cover letter addressing interest in and qualifications for the role.

Compensation
Compensation for the position will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience within the market range.

Benefits
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits and much more. Additionally, Tennessee residents do not pay a state income tax. Please visit our website to learn more about the generous benefits offered.