State of Ohio · 1 day ago
Financial Aid Data Auditor
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelThe Ohio Department of Higher Education oversees higher education for the state and is seeking a Financial Aid Data Auditor. This role is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and validating data submitted by educational institutions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements, while also providing actionable recommendations to improve data quality.
GovernmentOffice Administration
Responsibilities
Establishes and maintains financial aid audit schedule in accordance with established guidelines
Reviews data submitted by colleges and universities, including but not limited to enrollment, courses, degrees, and student financial aid data
Conducts audits and reviews in a timely manner
Identifies data quality issues and concerns and works with the campus to resolve. When errors cannot be resolved, requests and processes state grant and scholarship refunds from institutions
Recommends strategies and corrective actions to institutions for compliance with state and federal requirements
Provides assistance/training to campus personnel as needed through discussions and meetings. Provides audit results to campus management via audit reports and other communications
Responds to stakeholder requests for data verification and assists with system-related process questions
Prepares audit or data related findings in report form to the Senior Auditor for review and submission
Responsible for access to confidential and sensitive information and information systems including personally identifiable information as defined by FERPA
Attends meetings and training related to state and federal financial aid rules and regulations
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Proficient with use of Microsoft Word, Excel
Ability to analyze data and identify problems
Experience handling sensitive interactions with agency personnel, higher ed institutions, and/or the public
Experience leading discussions
Preferred
Previous experience as a Financial Aid Advisor at an institution is preferred
Candidates with a background in auditing, compliance, or financial review, ideally within a higher education or government environment
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Company
State of Ohio
State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – is a privilege to serve families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state.
Founded in 1803
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Beverlyn Johns, MS
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
Holly Drake
State Chief Information Security Officer
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