Financial Aid Advisor

Bryant & Stratton College Careers • Rochester, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Services Advisor is responsible for advising and assisting current and prospective students with all aspects of financial aid. This includes accurately and efficiently advising, packaging, and awarding students their financial aid. Weekly reports on the status of student’s application process will be prepared and distributed.

Requirements

• Associates Degree required
• Must have excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with a diverse group, in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills required in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• High attention to detail is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree a plus.
• Knowledge of SCT Banner, Title IV and NYS Financial Aid Programs a plus.

Responsibilities

• Counsel prospective students and/or parents regarding financial aid.
• Counsel and advise current students on their financial aid package and assist in directing students to appropriate departments concerning any areas the student needs assistance with.
• Efficiently assist in the completion of the FAFSA, Stafford loan application and other financial aid documentation as needed with the incoming students.
• Review financial aid package with student.
• Verify accuracy of the students ISIR.
• Accurately package financial aid awards in the SCT Banner system.
• Tracking and monitoring student’s awards to ensure funds are accurately received on a timely basis.
• Follow up with students on any missing or inaccurate information.
• Adhere to all Federal and State Financial Aid Guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• medical/dental/vision insurance
• generous paid time off
• 401K
• company-paid college tuition for associates and their families
• Bryant & Stratton College is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree