SAE Institute North America · 1 day ago
Financial Aid Advisor - Higher Education
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSAE Institute North America is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor who will work closely with students and their families to ensure proper funding for education. The role involves advising on funding methods, assessing financial aid needs, and maintaining compliance with regulations while tracking financial aid package activity.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Builds rapport, and effectively communicates and counsels with enrolled and prospective students (and their families) about financial aid and other alternative methods of funding
Determines student’s title IV eligibility and awards federal, state, institutional and private sources of financial aid to students within appropriate guidelines and regulations
Utilizes electronic data exchange software to send and retrieve information from the Department of Education
Monitors financial aid advising to insure program and audit compliance with regulatory compliance
Maintains institutional regulatory compliance in all federal and state student assistance programs
Submits reports to federal and state agencies
Maintains files and databases; certifies student loan applications; maintains and utilizes computer-assisted financial aid management systems
Makes adjustments to over-under awards by determining the amount of aid to be canceled or repaid while ensuring accuracy in system data entry and processing, and contacting students regarding possible alternatives
Interviews and advises students in regard to educational financial planning
Maintains confidentiality of information exposed to in the course of business
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, or related field and two years experience in higher education (Financial Aid preferred) environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Requires excellent computer skills. Working knowledge of automated higher education management systems; proficiency with Microsoft Office, Windows XP, Word, Excel for MAC
In-depth knowledge of financial aid and/or prior financial aid experience
Experience with financial aid reporting systems, including but not limited to NSLDS, Gemcore, and Campus Vue
Ability to evaluate and assess a student's financial aid need
Ability to interpret and apply federal and state regulations and guidelines
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to build rapport with students and their families; and other SAE staff members
Excellent time management skills
Ability to multi-task
Ability to maintain confidential information
Benefits
This is a benefit eligible position.
Summary of benefits can be found in SAE's careers website.
Company
SAE Institute North America
SAE Institute North America is one of the world’s leading educators in creative media industries.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jake Elsen
General Manager & Chief Operating Officer SAE USA & Canada
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