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Financial Aid Analyst

Dayton, OH · On-site

$43K/yr

Faculty Rank or Job Title Financial Aid Analyst Job Category: Administrative (exempt/non-exempt) Department Financial Aid EEO number: 26P167 Position FTE 100% Minimum Annual Salary $43,000 Salary ...

Wright State University

Financial Aid Analyst

Dayton, OH · On-site

$43K/yr

Faculty Rank or Job Title Financial Aid Analyst Job Category: Administrative (exempt/non-exempt) Department Financial Aid EEO number: 26P167 Position FTE 100% Minimum Annual Salary $43,000 Salary ...

Navajo Technical University

Financial Aid Advisor

NM · On-site

$18.88/hr

Performs data analysis to identify discrepancies in data and determines actions for resolutions; * Maintains accurate student financial aid record keeping; * Compiles reports as required by funding ...

Lawrence University

Financial Aid Counselor

Appleton, WI

$38K - $50K/yr

Director of Financial Aid Location: Lawrence University Appleton, WI PRIMARY OBJECTIVE The Lawrence ... Demonstrated digital literacy and technical expertise. * Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve ...

Lawrence University

Financial Aid Counselor

Appleton, WI · On-site

$38K - $50K/yr

Director of Financial Aid Location: Lawrence University Appleton, WI PRIMARY OBJECTIVE The Lawrence ... Demonstrated digital literacy and technical expertise. * Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve ...

JERSEY COLLEGE

Financial Aid

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$18.25 - $23.50/hr

The Financial Aid Planner is responsible for managing, overseeing, and assisting students with ... needs analysis and packaging * Conduct entrance and exit interviews as required by Title IV ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for financial aid technical analyst in the United States is $88,111.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $110,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Financial Aid Technical Analyst vs Financial Aid Specialist?

AspectFinancial Aid Technical AnalystFinancial Aid Specialist
Required CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in finance, IT, or related field; certifications like FAFS or EDFinancial Aid certifications are commonUsually requires a high school diploma or associate’s degree; some roles prefer certifications like NASFAA or financial aid training programs
Work EnvironmentWorks in technical support, data analysis, and system management within financial aid offices or institutionsProvides direct student support, processing aid applications, and advising students on financial aid options
Employer & Industry UsageEmployed by colleges, universities, and government agencies focusing on financial aid systems and technologyEmployed by educational institutions, focusing on student services and aid processing

In summary, a Financial Aid Technical Analyst primarily handles technical systems, data analysis, and system support, requiring more technical credentials. In contrast, a Financial Aid Specialist focuses on student interaction, aid processing, and advising, with a more customer service-oriented role.

Infographic showing various Financial Aid Technical Analyst job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,111 per year, or $42.4 per hour.
Financial Aid Systems Analyst

Financial Aid Systems Analyst

Brigham Young University

Provo, UT

$81K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Brigham Young University rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

263rd of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Why Work at BYU

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth-all situated within a beautiful and historic campus-make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Financial Aid Systems Analyst

The Financial Aid Systems Analyst serves as a senior technical and functional expert responsible for the design, configuration, and optimization of financial aid systems supporting the administration of federal, state, and institutional aid programs totaling more than $150M annually.

Working under the direction of the Financial Aid Systems Manager, this role translates complex federal Title IV regulations and business requirements into system configuration, processing logic, and technical solutions. The Analyst independently develops and implements system enhancements, resolves complex issues, and ensures accurate and compliant system performance.

This position requires advanced expertise in financial aid systems and regulatory frameworks, contributing to system reliability, data integrity, and operational efficiency in a high-risk, compliance-driven environment.

What you will be doing in this position

Advanced System Configuration & Solution Development

  • Designs, configures, and maintains financial aid and scholarship system functionality across the full aid lifecycle

  • Develops complex packaging strategies, queries, and processing logic supporting awarding, disbursement, and reconciliation

  • Builds and maintains system controls to ensure data integrity, compliance, and audit readiness

  • Implementssystem enhancements and configuration changes based on regulatory and business requirements

  • Troubleshoots and resolves complex system issues, including data discrepancies and processing failures

Regulatory Translation & Compliance Support

  • Advises Financial Aid leadership on system readiness, implementation risks, and operational impacts associated with regulatory or policy changes.

  • Interprets federal Title IV regulations and translates requirements into system configuration and processing rules

  • Supports annual aid-year setup, including testing, validation, and deployment of regulatory updates

  • Executes testing strategies to ensure system compliance and accuracy

  • Identifies potential compliance risks within system processes and recommends mitigation strategies

Systems Integration & Technical Collaboration

  • Collaborateswith OIT and campus partners to design, test, and implement system integrations

  • Supports data exchange processes with federal systems (e.g., COD, NSLDS, CPS/SAIG), ensuring accuracy and reliability

  • Assistsin evaluating system capabilities and recommending technical solutions to meet evolving business needs

  • Contributes to system documentation and technical standards

Process Improvement & Operational Support

  • Identifies opportunities to improve system efficiency, automation, and user experience

  • Developssolutions to reduce manual intervention and streamline workflows

  • Supports cross-functional initiatives to improve financial aid delivery

  • Developsdocumentation and training materials for system processes and changes

  • Provides guidance to staff on system functionality and issue resolution

  • Supports onboarding and continuous learning within the team

What qualifies you for this role

Education/Experience

MinimumRequired:Bachelor's degree and 3 years' experience in financial aid systems, student information systems, or a related technical/functional role or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:Master's degree and 5years' experience in financial aid systems, student information systems, or a related technical/functional role or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills, abilities, knowledge, licenses, certifications

Required:

  • Strong customer service and student-centered approach

  • Effective communication and documentation skills

  • High attention to detail and data accuracy

  • Project management or system design skills

  • Commitment to federal compliance and institutional policy

  • Creativity, willingness to innovate and develop effective solutions

  • Team player committed to collaborative success

  • Training and presentation skills

  • Ownership and follow-through on assignments

  • Initiative and proactive mindset

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including functions and pivot tables)

  • Functional understanding of programming concepts and languages

  • Attention to detail and big-picture thinking

  • Strong research, evaluation, and decision-making skills

  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize across multiple projects

  • Solid organizational and time management skills

  • Demonstrated experience configuring systems, managing data processes, and supporting complex business operations

Preferred:

  • Experience with system design or project management

  • Ability to conduct manual and automated software testing

  • Familiarity with HTML

  • Experience in training and onboarding new users

  • Technical experience with student information systems

  • Experience with SQL, data querying, or reporting tools

  • Proficiency with system configuration, aid-year rollover, query development, and packaging strategies

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

  • 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
  • Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
  • Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
  • Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
  • Access to athletic facilities
  • Excellent medical/dental benefits
  • Short/long-term disability benefits
  • Paid parental and maternity leave
  • Wellness Program
  • Free on-campus parking
  • Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
  • Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 54T

Typical Starting Pay: $88,000-$114,000

The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate's job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!

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