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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual financial aid in the United States is $24.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectVirtual Financial AidVirtual Financial Advisor
CredentialsTypically requires financial aid or student assistance certificationsRequires certifications like CFP, CFA, or equivalent
Work EnvironmentRemote, often in educational institutions or financial aid organizationsRemote, working with individual clients or firms
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, government agencies, non-profitsFinancial planning firms, banks, independent practices
Primary FocusAssisting students with financial aid applications and eligibilityProviding personalized financial planning and investment advice

Virtual Financial Aid professionals focus on helping students navigate financial assistance programs, while Virtual Financial Advisors provide personalized investment and financial planning services. Both roles are remote but serve different client needs within the financial industry.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Financial Aid job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,749 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

Assistant Director- Financial Aid

Excelsior Collage

Albany, NY • On-site

$48K - $50K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Excelsior University is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Director of Financial Aid in the Office of Student Financial Services. We are seeking a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, where critical thinking and creativity are valued skills in day-to-day processing.
The Assistant Director of Financial Aid plays a key role in supporting the leadership team with the daily operations of the department. This position oversees and manages the execution of at least one Title IV program, ensuring that policies and procedures are aligned with current federal regulations and are both effective and student-centered. The successful candidate will be responsible for student packaging, repackaging, and counseling, while maintaining a deep understanding of the regulations governing the accurate administration of Title IV funds. Although the primary focus is on the efficient and compliant management of Title IV programs, this role also encompasses various aspects of the Financial Aid office.
We believe work should fit your life, not the other way around. While it is preferred that team members be located in Albany, New York, or a nearby area, remote work options will be considered. Our hybrid schedule has you in the Albany office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the flexibility to work from home on other days. Spend less time commuting and more time focusing on meaningful work or personal priorities. Core hours are 8:30 AM-5:00 PM, including a 1-hour lunch, for a 37.5-hour week.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Administer Title IV program (s) for the university including, but not limited to; awarding, verification and assisting in reconciliation in collaboration with other units of the University and Common Origination and Disbursement (COD).
  • Ensure compliance with all Federal Title IV regulations, develop and maintain policies and procedures
  • Work in collaboration with the Associate Directors and Director to prepare for and engage in the annual A-133 audit.
  • Responsible for remaining up-to-date with changes in regulation as well as interpreting and implementing those regulations within assigned program(s).
  • Responsible for communicating all changes related to assigned program(s) to all stakeholders.
  • Responsible for creating and maintaining process flows for assigned program(s).
  • Work to promote academic success, increase retention, decrease time toward graduation, and improve the overall educational experience for students
  • Support the development of the whole student by providing excellent customer service and resolution of issues through telephone, email, virtual meetings, and preparation of written correspondence for financial aid.
  • Service as an information resource for all incoming students, transfers, and re-entering students as well as internal staff
  • Assist with developing, revising, and updating processes of financial aid related to title IV program administration alone with creating and/or editing any required forms and publications
  • Participate in professional development
  • Engage in and support the development and administration of student financial services

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • This position requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a financial aid or related student service administration.
  • Candidate must demonstrate experience in student financial aid regulations, financial aid software and proficiency with Microsoft Word & Excel.
  • Strong communication skills, attention to detail and strong problem solving skills are essential.
  • The ideal candidate will have experience with PowerFAIDS financial aid management system and demonstrate an interest in promoting distance learning higher education to a diverse adult student population

The hiring salary range for this position is $48,000.00 - $50,000.00. The hiring salary range above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting.
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