Description We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for an Accounting Specialist in NORMAL, Alabama, United States. This role is primarily focused on managing student accounts, processing payments, providing customer service, coordinating with financial aid, conducting reporting and reconciliation, enforcing compliance, managing collection efforts, and supporting events and deadlines. Responsibilities: • Manage student accounts by reviewing, updating balances, and applying necessary charges, fees, and adjustments. • Coordinate with the Financial Aid Office to apply scholarships, grants, and loans to student accounts. • Monitor and enforce adherence to university policies on billing, refunds, and collection efforts. • Accept and post payments for various fees, reconcile daily transactions and deposits for accuracy. • Provide customer service by assisting students and parents with inquiries about account balances, fees, and payment options. • Prepare financial reports for internal and external audits, and assist with month-end and year-end closing processes. • Handle holds or account-related restrictions due to unpaid balances, process refunds for financial aid overages or account credits. • Address and resolve disputes or concerns regarding billing, provide guidance on payment plans and deadlines. • Collaborate with third-party collection agencies if necessary, to arrange payments or establish payment plans for students with outstanding balances. • Support high-volume periods, such as the start of semesters or graduation deadlines, provide financial clearance for registration or graduation. Requirements • Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is essential • Must have working knowledge of ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning • Ability to perform Accounting Functions is a must • Experience with Accounts Payable (AP) duties is required • Must be adept at handling Accounts Receivable (AR) tasks • Prior experience in Auditing is necessary • Familiarity with Billing Functions is a plus • Experience with Banner is highly desirable Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .