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Oversee all student billing cycles, statements, refunds, and collections in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies. * Manage the university's student account systems (e.g ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for student billing in the United States is $22.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Student Billing vs Student Accounts Coordinator?

AspectStudent BillingStudent Accounts Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or associate degree; some roles prefer accounting or finance certificationsSimilar credentials; often requires experience in student financial services or accounting
Work EnvironmentFinancial offices within educational institutions, handling billing processesStudent services offices, managing accounts and financial inquiries
Employer & Industry UsageColleges and universities, focusing on billing proceduresEducational institutions, overseeing student account management
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding billing processes and responsibilitiesManaging student accounts and resolving financial issues

While both roles involve financial interactions with students, Student Billing primarily focuses on generating and managing billing statements, whereas Student Accounts Coordinator handles overall student account management and financial inquiries. Both positions require similar credentials and work within educational finance departments, but their specific responsibilities differ.

What are some common challenges faced in a Student Billing role, and how can they be managed effectively?

Professionals in Student Billing often encounter challenges such as managing high volumes of billing inquiries during peak registration periods, resolving discrepancies in student accounts, and communicating complex financial information to students and parents. To manage these challenges effectively, it’s important to stay organized, develop strong attention to detail, and maintain clear, empathetic communication. Many teams use dedicated billing software and follow established protocols to ensure accuracy and efficiency, and they often collaborate closely with financial aid and admissions departments to resolve issues promptly.

What is student billing?

Student billing refers to the process by which a school or university charges students for tuition, fees, room and board, and other related expenses. The billing office generates invoices, tracks payments, and manages student accounts to ensure that all financial obligations are met. Students usually receive their bills electronically and can pay online or in person. The office also handles questions about charges, payment plans, and financial holds. Keeping up with student billing is important for maintaining enrollment and accessing campus services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Student Billing Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Billing Specialist, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, attention to detail, and experience with billing processes, typically supported by a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Proficiency with student information systems (SIS), billing software like Banner or PeopleSoft, and spreadsheet tools such as Microsoft Excel is essential. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure accurate billing, prompt issue resolution, and a positive experience for students and families navigating financial processes.
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Student Billing Coordinator

Student Billing Coordinator

Lakeland Christian School

Lakeland, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Administrative Support - Non Instructional/Administrative Assistant - Business Office
Date Posted:
5/14/2026
Location:
Lakeland Christian School
Student Billing Coordinator - Business Office
Classification: Staff
Schedule: 12 Months (Monday-Friday 7:30pm-4:00pm)
Supervises: No
Reports To: CFO
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
General Description
The Student Billing Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day administration and workflow of the school's student billing systems. This includes payment plans, incidental billing, auto-pay drafts, and collections of accounts. Additionally, this function manages the administration of the State Scholarship program and manages the school's financial aid program. This position must be able to work independently and be able to interact with parents, administration, faculty and staff. This is a year round position.
Qualifications
  1. Be a born-again believer, with a demonstrated commitment to Christian education
  2. Active in local, evangelical church
  3. Be in agreement with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith and staff qualifications.
  4. Have people skills, use tact and grace in dealing with people and have a servant's heart
  5. Be self-motivated, possess good organizational skills, have ability to multi-task and work well in a team environment
  6. Able to complete quality work within established deadlines
  7. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
  8. Grasp new tasks quickly, follows instructions, completes tasks with a high degree of accuracy
  9. Have proficiency in Microsoft Office products, and the ability to understand, use and operate computer software and programs
  10. Experience with bookkeeping and general accounting preferred, but not required
  11. Have the ability to manage time wisely with a spirit of flexibility

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
General Duties include:
1. Student Billing
  • Management of payment plan and billing functions including assigning charges and credits and finalizing payment plans; applying payments to tuition accounts; and billing incidental expenses
  • Assisting families with accessing their account and viewing billing information
  • Managing lunch account system including posting lunch account payments
  • Work with design of student billing system including how it interfaces with enrollment, future year payment plans and auto drafts, and student billing catalog items

2. Collections
  • Communication with parents regarding payment plans and past due amounts-including lunch account balances
  • Running regular system-based email communication of payment reminders and past-due balances
  • Reporting on delinquent balances and past due amounts

3. State Scholarship
  • Assist with collection and enrollment of scholarship students each year
  1. Collecting award letters and award information
  2. Enroll/Withdraw students in online platforms through Scholarship Funding Organizations
  3. Ensure award information to business office is applied to the family's payment plan
  4. Communicate with families regarding how to use state scholarships at LCS and act as help desk to assist families in getting awarded and using their funding at LCS
  5. Interface with Scholarship Funding Organizations regarding enrollments, funding levels, and issues with scholarship funding
  • Ensure accurate accounting of all scholarship accounts on a student-level basis. This includes tracking that all payments have been received and appropriately applied to the student's account
  • Compliance
  1. Assist in running annual Agreed-Upon Procedures
  2. Manage Annual standardized test score submissions
  3. Ensure annual DOE Compliance renewal process

4. Financial Aid
  • Be main point of contact for helping families with financial aid applications
  • Process and analyze financial aid applications. Present applications with recommended awards to financial aid committee
  • Report on financial aid seasons awards and year-over-year financial aid metrics
  • Interface with admissions/enrollment as well as building-level principals on financial aid applications and awards
  • Proactively look for ways to improve financial aid process and workflows

5. Other Business Office Functions
  • Processing of cash and check deposits
  • Meet with new and current families regarding student billing accounts and projected tuition and payment plan amounts
  • Participate in business office planning meetings and functions
  • Be open to cross-train on other functions of the business office
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the CFO

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others
2. Proficiency in advanced office skills and exceptional organizational skills
3. Verbal, written and communication skills
4. Be detail-oriented and able to handle multiple priorities at the same time
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.The employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to type data, operate business machines,the telephone and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move 5-10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 15lbs. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
Attachment(s):
  • LCS Student Billing Coordinator.pdf

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