Data & Compliance Analyst: Regulated Data & Audit Specialist

Nelnet; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA/FSA

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Wellness program

Employee stock purchase program

Life insurance

Job summary

Nelnet is seeking a Data & Compliance Analyst to ensure accuracy, integrity, and regulatory alignment of program data and processes for our education-focused services. You will monitor FERPA/Title IV compliance, perform data audits across accounts, and prepare reports for stakeholders, partnering with onboarding and cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2–4 years of data analysis or compliance experience, with strong Excel skills and attention

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in data analysis, compliance, audit, program administration, or a related analytical role.
• Experience performing data validation, audits, and reporting while maintaining accuracy and compliance with policies and standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to identify trends and risks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain compliance with federal scholarship, tuition management, and financial aid regulations.
• Perform regular data audits across client accounts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory alignment.
• Prepare and submit required compliance reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain compliance documentation, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Partner with Onboarding Specialists to validate that new clients meet all regulatory requirements at go-live.
• Identify compliance risks and escalate issues with remediation steps.
• Stay current on regulatory changes affecting federal programs and communicate impacts.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to information requests

Skills

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Risk assessment

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Reporting systems

Databases

Case management systems

Job description

Nelnet is seeking a Data & Compliance Analyst to ensure accuracy, integrity, and regulatory alignment of program data and processes for our education-focused services. You will monitor FERPA/Title IV compliance, perform data audits across accounts, and prepare reports for stakeholders, partnering with onboarding and cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2–4 years of data analysis or compliance experience, with strong Excel skills and attention