Departmental Deposit Specialist

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm

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The Office of the University Cashier reports to the Treasury Services Director and is part of the Finance and Operations Division. The office serves as the central office for the collection and reporting of University revenues. The responsibilities of the office include billing, collection, monitoring and reporting of tuition & fees, other departmental charges and campus based loans, which include Federal and University long-term and short-term loans. The office is the regulatory authority for ensuring that University revenues are invested in interest bearing accounts in a timely manner in accordance with Federal and State Laws.

The Deposit Specialist is a liaison between the Cashier's Office and campus departments. The Office of the University Cashier serves as the central repository for most of the university's receipts. Most departments that receive funds accumulate those receipts in their offices and prepare daily cash transmittals through the Departmental Deposit System. The Departmental Deposit Specialist receives and validates these deposits and then compiles them into a single daily deposit to the State Treasurer's account on behalf of the University. The Departmental Deposit Specialist also provides training by email, Teams, Zoom, or phone to departmental staff preparing these deposits. This position shares responsibility for meeting a wide variety of customer service needs. Students and their benefactors visit, phone, and email our office for assistance with various questions and concerns. Staff must have a thorough understanding of student account fundamentals and be able to analyze a student account.

This position is a full-time, on-site role requiring daily in-person attendance. The Deposit Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial accuracy and efficiency of the University's deposit processes while maintaining high standards of customer service and compliance.

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

* Experience in handling money and electronic funds.
* Experience in business and records administration, financial management, and information processing.
* Effective decision-making, communication, planning, and organizational skills.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

* Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, communication, and customer service experience.
* Candidate must possess excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.
* Experience needed in Excel.
* Collections and/or banking experience preferred.

* Able to work in an office environment handling financial transactions.
* Ability to sit for extended periods and use a computer daily.
* Must be comfortable interacting with students, university staff, and external partners.

Not Applicable.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.