Financial Aid Officer- Fredericton
Eastern College
Responsibilities
Job Title: Financial Aid Officer
Company: Eastern College
Location: On-site, Fredericton Campus, 850 Prospect St., Fredericton, NB, E3B 9M5
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Start Date: Immediate
About Us:
Eastern College Inc. is a leader in the Private Career College industry in Atlantic Canada. Established in 1983 we have delivered training in a modular approach to students to enable them to fast-track to job readiness.
At Eastern, we're not just looking for employees; we're seeking passionate individuals who want to join our mission to work collaboratively towards our common goal of preparing job-ready graduates. We're dedicated to providing a dynamic, innovative, and engaging learning environment. If you're ready to shape the future of business education and inspire students, this is the place for you!
The Opportunity:
The primary responsibility of the Financial Aid Officer (FAO) is to provide financial counselling to students enabling them to obtain educational funding resources. In addition, you will collect tuition and courseware fees as well as maintain student records.
The FAO will support the vision, mission, and values of Eastern College while contributing to a positive, supportive and student-focused team environment of respect, integrity, dedication and readiness, embracing diversity and fostering inclusion.
What you’ll be doing:
- Interview student applicants to discuss financial options.
- Process students' financial applications.
- Create payment plans for students.
- Maintain financial reports, issue receipts, and track payments.
- Daily Banking (deposits and credit cards).
- Student Accounts / Accounts Receivable / Collections.
- Financial Aid administration and funds distribution.
- Follow-up with students and administer the Student Loan Default Management tasks.
- HRDC / WSIB / Invoicing.
- Correspondence with Career Colleges and Financial Institutions.
- Enter student data in Great Plains (GP) & XCAS (when applicable).
- Additional tasks as assigned.
What you bring to the position:
- 1 to 2 years of related work experience.
- Experience working with student financial aid is considered an asset.
- Preference will be given to candidates that have experience working in a Private Career College.
- A strong background in customer service and sales.
- Proficient with MS Office, primarily Word and Excel.
Why You Should Join Us:
Exciting Challenges: You'll be at the forefront of the Financial Aid innovation, tackling exciting challenges that will keep you engaged and motivated.
Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in our talent. You'll have access to continuous learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
Collaborative Team: You'll be working alongside a group of passionate, like-minded professionals who are as excited about their work as you are.
Rewards and Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, group RRSP match and more!
How to Apply:
If you're ready to embark on this thrilling journey with us, please apply directly through the "Apply" button on our website or the job posting platform.
Additionally, please note that a mandatory assessment is part of our application process. Your participation in the assessment is a crucial step in our selection process, allowing us to better understand your qualifications and fit for the role.
We are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers diversity and belonging in the workplace and communities we serve.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
Applicants with disabilities may notify us of any reasonable accommodations needed to support your participation in the recruitment process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Base Salary: $41,000.00