Financial Aid Accounting Clerk

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary up to $25.00 per hour
• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Work remotely, providing a flexible work/life balance
• Comprehensive health benefits with new hire eligibility starting on day 1 of employment
• Generous Paid Time Off, including paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, plus additional volunteer and diversity days
• Tuition assistance and substantial discounts for employees and their close family members through the Gift of Knowledge Program

• Prepare and post standard/adjusting journal entries
• Reconcile financial aid accounts and investigate/resolves reconciling items
• Complete daily processes for federal and state funding
• Ensure compliance with rules surrounding federal/state funding
• Complete special projects as required by management

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) preferred or equivalent experience
• At least 2 years of related experience in accounting
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office applications, with required Excel skills
• Self-starter with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and quality

• Experience in a financial aid environment
• Familiarity with compliance regulations related to federal and state funding
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

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