Financial Aid Specialist III
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Cotulla EducationEducation
Remote - must be based in the US, Mon–Fri, standard business hours (flexibility for evenings/weekends as needed)Full-TimeMiddle
Salary30 - 32 USD per hour
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Job Details
- Experience
- 3+ years of financial aid experience (5+ preferred)
- Required Skills
- Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical Skills
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- 3+ years of financial aid experience (5+ preferred)
- Deep understanding of repackaging and Title IV compliance
- Experience with Pell recalculations, loan proration, R2T4, and enrollment changes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with verification and resolving discrepancies
- Detail-oriented with a strong compliance mindset
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
- Advanced Excel skills (preferred)
- Campus Nexus/Anthology experience (plus)
- Ability to work independently and maintain professional accountability
Responsibilities
- Review and repackage financial aid for continuing students in compliance with federal and institutional guidelines
- Analyze ISIRs, prior awards, and academic progression to determine eligibility
- Manage verification and resolve conflicting information
- Monitor daily reports to identify and resolve issues
- Ensure COA, loan limits, grade level progression, and eligibility are accurately applied
- Process enrollment changes, including Pell recalculations, loan adjustments, and R2T4 impacts
- Support academic year transitions, including crossover terms and loan proration
- Advance eligible students to Ready to Pay (RTP) status
- Maintain audit-ready documentation and accurate student records
- Collaborate with campus teams and provide student support
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