Bursars Operations Specialist - 3rd Party Programs - UTK

University of Tennessee Career Site
Knoxville, TN

Under the supervision of the Manager – Business Services the Third-Party Billing Specialist is responsible for coordinating all aspects of third-party billing for students whose charges are paid by external sponsors such as employers, government agencies, scholarship organizations, and other third-party entities (e.g., Nursing, Dual Enrollment, Governor's School, Non-Degree, etc.). This role ensures accurate billing, timely invoicing, thorough documentation, and consistent follow-up to secure payment from sponsors. The Specialist works closely with students, sponsors, and internal departments to ensure compliance with institutional policies and to support financial accuracy and excellent customer service. 

  • Set up third-party authorizations and contracts in the student information system based on documentation received from sponsors and students. 

  • Process third-party billing for tuition, fees, housing, and related charges in accordance with sponsor agreements and institutional deadlines. 

  • Prepare and send invoices to sponsors accurately and promptly each billing cycle. 

  • Monitor sponsor payments and apply payments to student accounts in a timely and accurate manner. 

  • Maintain records of contracts, authorizations, invoices, payments, and correspondence. 

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employers, agencies, government programs (e.g., Nursing, Dual Enrollment, Governor's School, Non-Degree, etc.), tuition assistance sponsors, and other billing partners. 

  • Respond to inquiries from sponsors regarding invoices, account activity, required documentation, and payment status.  

  • Monitor aging reports for third-party accounts and follow up with sponsors on unpaid or disputed invoices. 

  • Reconcile third-party accounts, ensuring payment accuracy and resolving discrepancies. 

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