Financial Aid Administrator

CFS; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is partnering with a client to hire a Financial Aid Administrator to support students and families in accessing educational opportunities. The role involves reviewing, processing, and verifying financial aid applications while counseling students on programs, eligibility, and repayment options.

You will maintain accurate records, coordinate with Admissions, Student Accounts, and Registrar, and assist with audits and regulatory reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience in financial aid, student services, higher education administration, or a customer-facing administrative role.

Responsibilities

• Review, process, and verify financial aid applications per regulations.
• Counsel students and families on programs, eligibility, awards, and repayment.
• Maintain accurate student records and ensure policy compliance.
• Coordinate with Admissions, Student Accounts, and Registrar to support enrollment.
• Assist with audits, reporting, and documentation for regulatory agencies.

Skills

Customer-facing administrative role

Education

Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Job description

CFS is currently partnered with a client that is looking for a talented Financial Aid Administrator to join their team.

Why Work Here?

• This Financial Aid Administrator will make a meaningful impact by helping students and families access educational opportunities.
• Join a collaborative, student-focused campus community that values service and professional growth.
• Enjoy a stable work environment with comprehensive benefits and generous time off.
• Gain exposure to higher education administration and opportunities for career advancement.
• Work in a mission-driven organization dedicated to academic excellence and student success.

Responsibilities Of The Financial Aid Administrator

• The Financial Aid Administrator will review, process, and verify financial aid applications in accordance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.
• Counsel students and families on financial aid programs, eligibility requirements, award packages, and repayment options.
• Maintain accurate student records and ensure compliance with all applicable financial aid policies and deadlines.
• Coordinate with Admissions, Student Accounts, and Registrar teams to support enrollment and student success initiatives.
• Assist with audits, reporting, reconciliations, and preparation of required documentation for regulatory agencies.

Preferred Qualifications For The Financial Aid Administrator

• Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Previous experience working in financial aid, student services, higher education administration, or a customer-facing administrative role.

Salary: $40,000

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