Financial Aid Processor II

POSITION SUMMARY:  Electronically process a high volume of loan applications and guarantees, financial aid applications, COD grant payment data, and other financial aid information. The incumbent must ensure that the South University philosophy, quality services to clients; employee development, growth, involvement, and recognition; sound economic principles; and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion are considered when carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position. This position offers a hybrid remote work arrangement. Must be located in the Chandler, AZ area.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Award student financial aid based on student funding plan. This includes Title IV loans, Pell/FSEOG. Award Institutional grants based on MOU Award Employee Tuition Assistance vouchers Review ISIRs for conflicting information. Perform Verification on ISIRs received Clear C-codes on ISIR Review Post Screen ISIRs Process Late Disbursements Process Transfer Monitor Alert Import and Export COD, NSLDS and CPS files using EdConnect Resolve COD origination rejects Resolve validation rejects Perform Daily batching of Funds Perform Daily Posting of Funds Perform Return of Title IV calculation Perform Institutional Refund Calculation Review accounts for canceled students Review and Award Pell based on Enrollment level after term start Email Initial and Secondary Education plans for VA student   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience:            3 years of financial aid experience required.   Associate's degree preferred. Two or more years of support experience in a key data entry role, preferably in a Financial Aid office. Knowledge of CARS, CampusVue, Lawson, or similar is helpful, although the ability to learn new software may substitute. Knowledge of Title IV regulations relating to student loan processing preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with both executive and school staff populations. Superior organizational, prioritization, self-motivation, and problem-solving skills. Comfort in a computing environment; high level of proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office Applications; experience with the CARS system, CampusVue, and Department of Education software preferred. Ability to complete work in a timely fashion in accordance with federal regulations.  Ability to learn new software packages quickly and with minimal support. Ability to listen to customers (e.g., staff, etc.) and to understand and respond positively to their requests. Ability to work without close supervision and to set one's own priorities. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.    South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures, and perspectives can thrive.