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National University · 1 day ago

Financial Aid Quality Assurance Specialist

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$20/hr - $25.77/hr

3+ years exp

National University is a leader in creating innovative solutions to education and meeting the needs of its student population. The Financial Aid Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for conducting thorough internal reviews to ensure compliance with financial aid regulations and internal guidelines, while also providing support and guidance to University stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Monitor internal controls as they pertain to the administration of Title IV Federal Student Assistance and R2T4

Perform comprehensive internal reviews of University controls to assess compliance with internal guidelines and external regulations

Identify error trends during internal audits, synthesize the results and present them to University stakeholders

Build collaborative and transparent relationships across University constituencies

Collect, compile, and present audit outcomes to varied audiences

Interpret, summarize, and communicate complex regulations and policies related to financial aid

Compose and disseminate compliance and policy memos to provide guidance and understanding to relevant stakeholders

Responsible for the preparation, review, and organization of data and records for annual compliance audits and interim audits, as needed

Serve as a subject matter expert on issues related to regulations, financial aid processes, and University compliance requirements

Identify opportunities for process and training improvement and contribute to the development and implementation of enhanced procedures to strengthen overall compliance

Provide guidance and support to University staff, faculty, and administrators on compliance matters

Ensure accurate and organized documentation of review processes, compliance memos, and audit-related materials

Monitor and interpret regulatory changes and industry best practices, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment

Uphold and enforce the highest standards of confidentiality and data security, safeguarding sensitive information with rigorous protocols

Collaborate with leaders across the university to understand student records issues and impact

Participate in ongoing department projects, or other special projects, as needed

Champion and cultivate a culture of excellence and inclusivity by leading team activities, driving initiatives, and promoting open communication.Reasonable and consistent attendance to fulfill requirements of the position

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Financial aid complianceR2T4 calculationRegulatory analysisData processing systemsED Express & PeopleSoftCustomer serviceOral communicationWritten communicationProblem solvingTime managementConfidentialitySelf-motivationFlexibility

Required

Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of financial aid, advising, training, or auditing

Experience in higher education required

3 years experience administering financial aid for non-term programs required

Current knowledge of financial aid programs and regulations required

Knowledge of internal policy and procedures

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

2 years of R2T4 identification and calculation experience desired

Regulatory analysis and interpretation experience preferred

Experience with data processing and automated records maintenance systems preferred

Experience working in a technology-driven enterprise preferred

Knowledge of ED Express & PeopleSoft software. Experience with Anthology a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family

Company

National University

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National University is a private nonprofit university that provides accessible and achievable higher education to adult learners. It is a sub-organization of National University System.

Founded in 1971

La Jolla, California, USA

1001-5000 employees