Financial Aid Data Analyst

Southern Arkansas University; South Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Arkansas University seeks a diligent Financial Analyst to manage scholarship eligibility and award calculations for over 1,500 students. You will ensure compliance, accuracy, and effective communication with financial aid partners while utilizing data to enhance organizational processes.

The ideal candidate will possess a related bachelor's degree and solid Excel skills, with an eagerness to contribute to our mission of creating opportunity for hardworking students. Join us in empowering the next generation of college graduates!

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Data Analytics, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Highly proficient in MS Excel, especially with nested functions.

Responsibilities

• Verify student eligibility and calculate scholarship awards for over 1,500 students.
• Analyze financial aid data to identify trends and proposals for enhancements.
• Manage the CRM database to improve tracking and reporting.

Skills

MS Excel proficiency

Data analysis

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Southern Arkansas University seeks a diligent Financial Analyst to manage scholarship eligibility and award calculations for over 1,500 students. You will ensure compliance, accuracy, and effective communication with financial aid partners while utilizing data to enhance organizational processes.

The ideal candidate will possess a related bachelor's degree and solid Excel skills, with an eagerness to contribute to our mission of creating opportunity for hardworking students. Join us in empowering the next generation of college graduates!