Title IV Financial Aid QA Specialist

Unitek Learning; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Unitek Learning in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Financial Aid Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure Title IV compliance through student file reviews and packaging audits.

You will review files for federal/state regulations, update Anthology and related student information systems with notes, communicate with colleagues, and assist with SFA audits and Cal Grant rosters. This role is based in Tempe and requires keen attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience packaging or auditing Title IV financial aid.
• Associate degree preferred but will consider experience in lieu of degree.
• Ability to demonstrate effective and professional communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills, proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review financial aid files for compliance with federal Title IV and state regulations and institutional policies.
• Timely and accurate promotion or demotion of financial aid files in Anthology and related student information systems.
• Update Anthology and related student information systems with notes and statuses to ensure timely accurate packaging and disbursement of aid awards.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors to resolve questions, concerns or discrepant student data.
• Calculate file review rejection and approval rates for supervisor review.
• Stay up to date with Title IV regulations and attend trainings as required.
• Assist with the preparation of student files for annual SFA Audits.
• Review Cal Grant eligibility and certify Cal Grant rosters.
• Assist with other Financial Aid Projects as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in relevant field

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Anthology

Job description

The Financial Aid Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with Title IV financial aid regulations through student file reviews and packaging audits.

Job Description

• Review financial aid files for compliance with federal Title IV and state regulations and institutional policies.
• Timely and accurate promotion or demotion of financial aid files in Anthology and related student information systems.
• Update Anthology and related student information systems with appropriate notes and statuses to ensure timely accurate packaging and disbursement of aid awards.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors to resolve questions, concerns or discrepant student data.
• Calculate file review rejection & approval rates for supervisor review.
• Remain up to date with TIV Regulations, attend training, etc.
• Assist with the preparation of student files for annual SFA Audits.
• Review Cal Grant eligibility and certify Cal Grant rosters.
• Assist with other Financial Aid Projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience packaging or auditing Title IV financial aid
• Associate degree in relevant field preferred but will consider experience in lieu of degree.
• Ability to demonstrate effective and professional communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills, proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to demonstrate attention to detail.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.