Financial Aid Processor - Remote

About the position

The Financial Aid Processor is responsible for reviewing and approving financial aid files under the supervision of the Director of Title IV Administration & Compliance. This role ensures that all required documents meet Title IV eligibility standards and processes student financial aid awards efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Run reports to identify files ready for review and payment.
• Review packaging documentation utilizing the Financial Aid File checklist to verify all required documents are present and meet Department of Education Standards.
• Coordinate with Campus FA Staff to obtain additional documentation, when necessary, prior to approval of awards.
• Review and approve Professional Judgements.
• Originate and modify Pell Grant and Stafford Loans in the Ed Express system.
• Review pushed ISIRs, Multiple Reporting Records, Pell Overpayment (POP) notifications.
• Participate in regular audits to ensure regulatory compliance with all internal, state and federal regulations governing the administration of Title IV Aid.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Title IV Administration & Compliance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the administration of student financial aid or a relevant combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of the administration of Title IV Student Aid programs including FSEOG, Pell Grant, and Stafford Loans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Program (Word and Excel).
• Familiarity with EdExpress and/or CampusVue software.
• Basic business and/or finance principles.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to apply Federal, State, and Internal regulations to the review of student Financial Aid Files.
• Ability to work independently at a pace that ensures department goals and objectives are met.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student information.
• Effectively communicate with campus staff.

Benefits

• Remote work opportunity
• Competitive hourly wage of $19.00-$20.00 per hour