Finance Assistant - Vancouver, Canada - University Canada West

University Canada West

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Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Position Job Title:
Finance Assistant

Location:
University Canada West (UCW) - Vancouver

Reports To:
Finance Supervisor

About University Canada West:

University Canada West is an innovative business and technology-oriented, dynamic, and growing institution that was founded in 2005.

Based in Downtown Vancouver, the university is defined by its close connections to the business community and a commitment to outstanding student services.

Here, at UCW, we connect recognized, well-established specialists and ambitious young professionals, so they learn from each other and thrive in our diverse environment.

Together, we strive to create and maintain working environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

We are privileged to do this work on the unceded, traditional territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honour their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here, and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.

Primary Purpose

The purpose of the Finance Assistant position is to monitor and maintain student financial accounts, ensure the collection of tuition fees, process refunds to qualified students, and provide accounting-related services to the campus.

Under general supervision, the Finance Assistant is responsible for providing assistance, advice, and guidance to support the financial needs of students and to ensure the collection of funds and refund distribution.

Specific Responsibilities

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned to support the business objectives and purpose of the University.

Maintaining financial accounts for all students, updating tuition fees, deposits, scholarships, refunds to the student accounts on a timely basis
Monitoring student finance and collection activities of outstanding student accounts to ensure timely recovery of payments and maintain appropriate AR levels
Processing refund and compliance with the refund policy
Tracking and monitoring the AR process utilizing campus AR reports and operating systems
Assisting daily bank deposits; reconciling cash receipts and completing cash receipts journal for weekly submission
May manage campus accounts payable functions in accordance with company policies and procedures
Assisting in the coordination of the institution's response to any internal/external audits related to business office operations
Chasing up student debts and processing debt collections
Providing customer service and answering student inquiries
Ensuring active communication and cohesive working relationship with all lever people on campus
Prepare daily financial reports and maintain files
Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements
To be successful in the Finance Assistant position, an individual must be committed to developing, maintaining, and demonstrating the following:

Competencies:

Strong interpersonal & communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and interact with students
Ability to stay calm and professionally respond to complaints
Detail orientated and able to work under pressure and maintain a calm focus during hectic periods
Ability to complete work in a timely manner with accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision as well as a team member
Good judgment and ability to prioritize assignments
Excellent customer service
A positive attitude and customerfocused approach

Education and Experience: