Student Financial Aid & Accounts Manager

Discovery Community College; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Community College seeks an experienced and student-focused leader to manage financial aid and student accounts across multiple campuses. The role oversees diverse funding programs and ensures timely guidance to students on funding options.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of StudentAid BC, tuition receivables, and compliance in a post-secondary setting. This full-time, on-site position offers growth opportunities within DCC across campuses in British Columbia.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Three to five years of experience in financial aid administration, student accounts, or a related post-secondary function.
• Strong knowledge of StudentAid BC, Canada Student Financial Assistance, tuition and receivables management, and student funding processes.
• Experience working in a designated private training institution is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee provincial, federal, Indigenous, WorkBC, employer-sponsored, and third-party student funding programs.
• Ensure compliance with StudentAid BC, PTIRU requirements, designation agreements, privacy legislation, and audit requirements.
• Lead student accounts operations, including receivables, tuition collections, payment plans, refunds, withdrawals, and account reconciliation.
• Provide guidance and support related to student funding, financial literacy, and account-related inquiries.
• Lead, train, and support Financial Aid, Registration, and Student Accounts staff while promoting consistent service standards across campuses.
• Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, reporting, quality assurance measures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Financial aid administration

Student accounts

Regulatory compliance

Education

Diploma or degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, or related field

Job description

Discovery Community College (DCC) is seeking an experienced and student-focused Student Financial Aid & Accounts Manager to lead financial aid administration and student accounts operations across our campuses.

This role is responsible for maintaining effective financial aid processes, supporting regulatory compliance, overseeing student receivables, and ensuring students receive accurate and timely guidance regarding their funding options. The successful candidate will bring strong knowledge of Student Aid BC, student accounts, tuition management, and financial aid compliance within a post-secondary environment.

This Full-Time on-site opportunity offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment and may lead to long-term career growth within the College.

Work Location : Can be based at any of our campuses (Surrey, Maple Ridge, Prince George, Kelowna, Campbell River, Nanaimo or Langford) operating on provincial capacity.

Salary range: $60,000 to $75,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee provincial, federal, Indigenous, WorkBC, employer-sponsored, and third-party student funding programs.
• Ensure compliance with StudentAid BC, PTIRU requirements, designation agreements, privacy legislation, and audit requirements.
• Lead student accounts operations, including receivables, tuition collections, payment plans, refunds, withdrawals, and account reconciliation.
• Provide guidance and support related to student funding, financial literacy, and account-related inquiries.
• Lead, train, and support Financial Aid, Registration, and Student Accounts staff while promoting consistent service standards across campuses.
• Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, reporting, quality assurance measures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Three to five years of experience in financial aid administration, student accounts, or a related post-secondary function.
• Strong knowledge of StudentAid BC, Canada Student Financial Assistance, tuition and receivables management, and student funding processes.
• Experience working in a designated private training institution is strongly preferred.

Why Join DCC?

Make a Difference Every Day At DCC, your work directly impacts students' ability to access education, overcome financial barriers, and achieve life-changing career goals. You'll play a critical role in helping students navigate one of the most important investments they will ever make.

Lead with Influence This is more than an operational role. You'll have the opportunity to shape processes, influence student success strategies, and drive continuous improvements across a growing organization committed to excellence.

Join a Growing and Innovative College As one of British Columbia's leading career colleges, DCC continues to expand programs, campuses, and student opportunities across the province. You'll be joining an organization that embraces innovation, growth, and responsiveness to workforce needs.

Be Part of a Collaborative Leadership Team Work alongside experienced leaders in Admissions, Student Services, Academics, Campus Operations, and Finance who are committed to teamwork, accountability, and student-focused decision-making.

Build Something Meaningful We are continually enhancing the student experience and investing in systems, processes, and people. Your expertise and ideas will help shape the future of student financial services at DCC.

A Career with Purpose and Growth Whether you are looking to deepen your leadership experience, expand your strategic impact, or grow within a dynamic organization, DCC offers opportunities to develop professionally while making a meaningful contribution.

Values That Matter At DCC, we believe in respect, accountability, integrity, compassion, and service. We foster an environment where people are empowered to contribute, innovate, and succeed.

Join Our Team

At Discovery Community College, we don't just help students start careers; we help transform lives, strengthen communities, and address critical workforce needs across British Columbia.

If you are passionate about leadership, student success, and making a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Your next opportunity starts here.