Position: Accounting Clerk Sr. – Student Payroll & Tuition Specialist
Appointment: Full Time Unlimited
Salary Range: $ 22.23 - $30.09 hourly | $ 47,231 - $63,935 annually
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am to 4:30 pm
Work Area: Administration
Work Location: Lake Superior College
2101 Trinity Road, Duluth MN 55811
Posting Period: 06/01/2026 – 06/08/2026
Appointment: Unlimited Full Time
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME 206
Responsibilities:
This position is the initial point of contact for the Student Payment Office. Responsible for receipting payments including tuition & fees, applications, parking, bookstore, etc. The position provides explanation and clarification of student account information. Further, the position provides guidance to the campus community concerning college payment due dates and campus payment policies. Oversees daily work performed by student employees at the payment window.
This position has full responsibility for processing the student payroll. Duties include entering, preparing, and receiving timesheets, running the payroll, and dealing with any other student payroll-related issues. This position works directly with student supervisors to clarify payroll appointments or time sheet discrepancies.
Position dimensions include a student payroll approximating 200 students and a student account receivable approximating $700,000.
Minimum Qualifications
- Basic Math skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, divide, count, total, and make change and monitor accounts accurately.
- Comprehensive computer software skills, including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database and other business software applications sufficient to collect, query and analyze data and prepare charts and reports.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), terminology, and procedures sufficient to independently review and process financial transactions. Ability to recognize and locate errors and recommend solutions to procedural or other fiscal problems.
- Ability to follow directions accurately and set up basic electronic spreadsheets, to include formatting cells, problem solving and accurately setting up formulas to calculate spreadsheet.
- Customer services skills sufficient to actively listen to and understand needs and provide accurate information and appropriate alternatives in a timely, thorough, courteous, respectful, and professional manner in person, over the phone and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully with persons from diverse backgrounds, and commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Associate’s degree in business or accounting
- Minimum one-year experience in an accounting related position
- Ability to create, maintain and organize documentation to support system operation, services, procedures and programs.
- MinnState and LSC policies and procedures
- Experience with the MinnState (ISRS) and State (SWIFT) accounting systems
How to Apply
To be considered for this position you must apply in workday: https://minnstate.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Duluth/Account-Clerk-Senior---Student-Payroll---Tuition-Specialist_JR0000004981
Questions about the position may be directed to Jestina Vichorek, Human Resources (218-733-77677) or email [email protected]
About Minnesota State
Lake Superior College is an Equal Opportunity employer and educator deeply committed to fostering the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We unequivocally prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law.
As an affirmative action employer, we proactively seek to cultivate a diverse and talented workforce. We sincerely encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, racial and ethnic historically underrepresented groups, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Our commitment to affirmative action is integral to creating a workplace that values and leverages the unique perspectives and contributions of every employee. LSC actively seeks to attract and retain a diverse faculty and staff who represent the richness of our institution and the broader community we serve by fostering their development and recognizing their contributions. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive culture where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered.
Pay: $22.23 - $30.09 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
