About this opportunity
Indian River State College lists this Accounts Receivable Credit & Collections Specialist opportunity in fort pierce north, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Join Indian River State College and play a vital role in supporting student success behind the scenes. As part of our Accounts Receivable team, you’ll help ensure students can navigate their financial journey with clarity and confidence.
In this role, you’ll combine your accounting knowledge with a strong service mindset—working directly with students, families, and partners to manage billing, apply financial aid, and maintain accurate records that keep everything running smoothly.
You’ll serve as a trusted resource for students and colleagues, helping to translate complex financial processes into clear, supportive guidance.
Indian River State College is a
leading public institution
located on Florida’s Treasure Coast, serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees, workforce training, and continuing education programs.
With flexible options online, on campus, and hybrid, we design learning experiences that meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. When you join Indian River State College, you become part of a
forward-thinking and supportive
community where your work truly matters. At Indian River State College, we value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Health & Wellness:
Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, supplemental plans, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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Retirement Security:
Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), plus tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) options.
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Time for You:
Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick leave to support work-life balance.
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Reduced rates on services and tickets to local attractions.
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Professional development programs, leadership training, and opportunities to advance your career.
Under general supervision, this position provides support for Accounts Receivable. Duties include providing customer service and support for students/customers, processing billings, posting financial aid payments, reconciling accounts, and performing General Accounting duties.
Oversees requirement and application of coverage to student accounts for third-party scholarships, internal scholarships, Florida Prepaid, tuition payment plan, military and veteran benefits and financial aid to student tuition and bookstore accounts.
Applies state mandated waivers and exemptions to student accounts.
Coordinates with the Veterans’ liaison for students receiving veterans’ benefits; Applies various forms of coverage to student accounts.
Complies with the Fair Debt Collection Act guidelines in collecting payments for accounts turned over for collection; monitors and reconciles student accounts turned over for collection.
Maintains and provides supporting documentation as requested for audits; and conducts student account reviews and explains information to students/parents/or IRSC staff including payments, charges, adjustments, and waivers
Works a flexible schedule to service students and customers as needed.
Associate Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field; two (2) years of work experience in Accounts Receivable or a related field preferably in using an integrated enterprise-wide accounting system; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge of accounting including reconciliation of financial records, Fair Debt Collection Act, application of financial aid to student accounts, and related computer accounting systems/software.
Skill in working with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications.
This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as sedentary work involving lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Regular
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