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The Miscellaneous Receivables Analyst is a key member of the Research Financial Operations team at Boston University. Reporting to the Assistant Director, Accounts Receivable and Cash Operations, this role supports the University's financial operations by ensuring receivables are properly recorded, monitored, and resolved in accordance with institutional policies, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and applicable regulatory requirements. This position serves as a key liaison to internal departments and external customers, providing guidance on invoices, payment processing, and account resolution while contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency.
Major duties of this position also include:
- Independently manage the billing lifecycle for university receivables, including invoice creation, payment application, adjustments, refunds, and deposits.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of accounts receivable and cash activity in the general ledger.
- Reconcile receivables accounts and resolve discrepancies related to billing, payments, and cash applications.
- Serve as the primary contact for departments, faculty, staff, and external customers regarding billing and receivables inquiries.
- Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, and customer concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Support daily cash operations and contribute to maintaining balance and integrity of financial systems.
- Boston University supports a flexible work environment for authorized staff members. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (i.e., remote work up to three (3) days per week), after completion of a successful observation period.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- 2-3 years of work experience, preferably in a university or cash management environment.
- Strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and prioritize routine tasks and ad-hoc requests.
- Intermediate skills utilizing Excel, including complex formulas to acquire, organize, and analyze data.
- Ability to work (both independently and in conjunction with others) effectively and cooperatively in a small, collegial team environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with analyzing detailed records, legacy accounting systems, and SAP.
Benefits/Other Information:
- Boston Universitys generous benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off!
- Full-time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University. Note: the remission benefit extends to dependents as well. For more details on benefits, please refer to the Boston University benefits page at https://www.bu.edu/hr/employee-resources/benefits/.
- The department of Financial Affairs at Boston University values intellectual, cultural, and social diversity among its staff and students. We remain steadfast in our dedication to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive.
- For all positions, we are looking for individuals who enjoy working with colleagues in a collaborative environment and who are flexible and creative.
- We strongly encourage applications from women and under-represented groups who share our interest in serving a university community with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities.
- Interested applicants are asked to upload a resume, list of references (if available), and submit a cover letter addressed to 'Hiring Manager University Receivables Analyst position'.
- We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
The Miscellaneous Receivables Analyst is a key member of the Research Financial Operations team at Boston University. Reporting to the Assistant Director, Accounts Receivable and Cash Operations, this role supports the University's financial operations by ensuring receivables are properly recorded, monitored, and resolved in accordance with institutional policies, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and applicable regulatory requirements. This position serves as a key liaison to internal departments and external customers, providing guidance on invoices, payment processing, and account resolution while contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency.
Major duties of this position also include:
- Independently manage the billing lifecycle for university receivables, including invoice creation, payment application, adjustments, refunds, and deposits.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of accounts receivable and cash activity in the general ledger.
- Reconcile receivables accounts and resolve discrepancies related to billing, payments, and cash applications.
- Serve as the primary contact for departments, faculty, staff, and external customers regarding billing and receivables inquiries.
- Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, and customer concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Support daily cash operations and contribute to maintaining balance and integrity of financial systems.
- Boston University supports a flexible work environment for authorized staff members. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (i.e., remote work up to three (3) days per week), after completion of a successful observation period.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- 2-3 years of work experience, preferably in a university or cash management environment.
- Strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and prioritize routine tasks and ad-hoc requests.
- Intermediate skills utilizing Excel, including complex formulas to acquire, organize, and analyze data.
- Ability to work (both independently and in conjunction with others) effectively and cooperatively in a small, collegial team environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with analyzing detailed records, legacy accounting systems, and SAP.
Benefits/Other Information:
- Boston Universitys generous benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off!
- Full-time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University. Note: the remission benefit extends to dependents as well. For more details on benefits, please refer to the Boston University benefits page at https://www.bu.edu/hr/employee-resources/benefits/.
- The department of Financial Affairs at Boston University values intellectual, cultural, and social diversity among its staff and students. We remain steadfast in our dedication to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive.
- For all positions, we are looking for individuals who enjoy working with colleagues in a collaborative environment and who are flexible and creative.
- We strongly encourage applications from women and under-represented groups who share our interest in serving a university community with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities.
- Interested applicants are asked to upload a resume, list of references (if available), and submit a cover letter addressed to 'Hiring Manager University Receivables Analyst position'.
- We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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Who's Hiring
- Grand Canyon University9
- Boston University1
- Follett Corporation1
- University of California Berkeley1
- Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education11
- Retail1
- Technology & Software1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
- Investment & Asset Management1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote university registrar jobs.
- Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred in higher education administration or related field
- Hands-on experience administering Banner, PeopleSoft, Colleague, or a comparable student information system
- Working knowledge of FERPA regulations and student records confidentiality requirements
- Experience managing degree auditing, transfer credit evaluation, or graduation certification processes
- Demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience within a registrar or enrollment services office
- Familiarity with regional accreditation standards and academic policy compliance in a higher education setting
Tips for Your Remote University Registrar Job Search
Tailor your resume to SIS platforms
Hiring committees screen for hands-on experience with specific student information systems like Banner, PeopleSoft, or Colleague. Name the exact platforms you've used and describe what you configured or administered, not just that you worked with them.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists university registrar openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your records and enrollment scope
Registrar hiring managers want scale. State how many student records you managed, how large the enrollment was, or how many degree audits you processed per term. Those numbers signal whether you can handle the institution's workload.
Read the accreditation body's standards first
Accreditation compliance is central to most registrar roles. Review the relevant regional accreditor's standards before your interview so you can speak to FERPA enforcement, transcript integrity, and graduation certification in the context the hiring institution actually operates in.
Negotiate start date around academic calendars
Universities are rigid about onboarding outside of peak registration and grading cycles. If your preferred start date falls in mid-semester, propose a transition that accounts for enrollment deadlines so the offer conversation doesn't stall on timing.
Address catalog and curriculum ownership directly
Many postings list course catalog maintenance and curriculum committee coordination as responsibilities but candidates rarely address them. Mention any direct experience managing catalog updates, prerequisite changes, or degree program approvals to stand out from applicants focused only on records.
Remote University Registrar Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote university registrar job?
Target companies that already run distributed teams, since they hire remotely by default and know how to onboard someone they never meet in person. Remote university registrar employers screen hard for self-direction and clear written communication on top of the core skills, so show evidence you can own work without someone over your shoulder. Apply to the openings above that match your experience.
Which companies hire remote university registrars?
Employers currently hiring remote university registrars include Grand Canyon University, Boston University, and Follett Corporation, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first firms and large companies running distributed teams post the most remote university registrar roles.
Can you get a remote university registrar job with no experience?
Yes, but it is harder than an on-site role, because remote work expects you to operate independently from the start. Entry-level remote university registrar openings do exist, especially at remote-first companies, and a portfolio of real work helps more than a long resume. Applying broadly to the roles that fit improves your odds.
Do you need a degree for remote university registrar jobs?
Not always. Many employers hire remote university registrars on demonstrated skills and prior work rather than a specific degree, though some larger companies still prefer one. Showing relevant results matters more than a credential for most remote university registrar roles.
Which industries hire the most remote university registrars?
Remote university registrar roles concentrate in Education, Retail, and Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors run distributed teams and hire university registrars remotely most consistently.
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