Entry Level Financial Director Jobs
New grad financial director jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a finance-focused portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Technology & Software, and Manufacturing, with employers like Accenture, U.S. Bank, and ZoomInfo hiring at this level now.
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The Assistant Director of Financial Aid assists in the administration of federal, state, and institutional financial aid to students and must be familiar with Immaculata University, federal and state financial aid regulations and procedures. This position processes financial aid including file review, needs analysis, financial aid packaging and federal verification. This position serves as the Work Study Coordinator responsible for the administration, compliance, monitoring and coordination of the Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program and institutional student employment programs. In addition, this position is the coordinator responsible for the administration, certification, processing, and reconciliation of private educational loans. This position serves as the primary point of contact for students, families, and lenders regarding private loan programs.
Responsibilities:
- Aid prospective and current students and their families navigating the financial aid process and providing specific support to students potentially eligible for work-study.
- Must be able to effectively communicate, and counsel enrolled and prospective students and their family providing guidance and assistance throughout the financial aid process.
- Responsible for assigned student alphabet of prospective and current students to review applicant eligibility for financial aid, meet with and counsel families regarding available financial aid opportunities.
- Coordinate with Payroll and Human Resources regarding student employment processing.
- Verify student work-study eligibility before employment begins
- Reconcile payroll expenditures with Banner and financial aid records.
- Process and certify private education loan applications submitted by students and families
- Review loan requests to ensure eligibility and compliance with institutional policies.
- Reviews financial aid applications for accuracy, award, evaluates and administers aid to students and completes associated verifications and collection of documentation.
- Must attend open houses and related student information sessions and events, this may include evening, weekend and non-standard work hours.
- Revaluation for all issues including but not limited to domicile issues, income validation, incorrect school, incomplete applications, outstanding requirements to help students.
- Manage the review and processing of financial aid appeals and reevaluation requests.
- Communicate appeal decisions and next steps to students in a timely manner
- Maintain accurate and complete records of all appeal determinations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Immaculata University is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- At least one year of related experience that includes delivering accurate and courteous service in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
- Requires excellent computer skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, Word, Excel, and associated software.
- Ability to interpret and apply federal and state regulations and guidelines.
- Excellent communication, organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to commit to a team-building approach and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees.
- Ability to exhibit courtesy and patience while working with a diverse student population.
- Ability to demonstrate confidentiality in working with client records and maintaining FERPA compliance.
- Ability to multi-task as well as produce work independently; prioritizing work, meetings, etc.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and objectives.
Additional Information:
Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
The Assistant Director of Financial Aid assists in the administration of federal, state, and institutional financial aid to students and must be familiar with Immaculata University, federal and state financial aid regulations and procedures. This position processes financial aid including file review, needs analysis, financial aid packaging and federal verification. This position serves as the Work Study Coordinator responsible for the administration, compliance, monitoring and coordination of the Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program and institutional student employment programs. In addition, this position is the coordinator responsible for the administration, certification, processing, and reconciliation of private educational loans. This position serves as the primary point of contact for students, families, and lenders regarding private loan programs.
Responsibilities:
- Aid prospective and current students and their families navigating the financial aid process and providing specific support to students potentially eligible for work-study.
- Must be able to effectively communicate, and counsel enrolled and prospective students and their family providing guidance and assistance throughout the financial aid process.
- Responsible for assigned student alphabet of prospective and current students to review applicant eligibility for financial aid, meet with and counsel families regarding available financial aid opportunities.
- Coordinate with Payroll and Human Resources regarding student employment processing.
- Verify student work-study eligibility before employment begins
- Reconcile payroll expenditures with Banner and financial aid records.
- Process and certify private education loan applications submitted by students and families
- Review loan requests to ensure eligibility and compliance with institutional policies.
- Reviews financial aid applications for accuracy, award, evaluates and administers aid to students and completes associated verifications and collection of documentation.
- Must attend open houses and related student information sessions and events, this may include evening, weekend and non-standard work hours.
- Revaluation for all issues including but not limited to domicile issues, income validation, incorrect school, incomplete applications, outstanding requirements to help students.
- Manage the review and processing of financial aid appeals and reevaluation requests.
- Communicate appeal decisions and next steps to students in a timely manner
- Maintain accurate and complete records of all appeal determinations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Immaculata University is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- At least one year of related experience that includes delivering accurate and courteous service in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
- Requires excellent computer skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, Word, Excel, and associated software.
- Ability to interpret and apply federal and state regulations and guidelines.
- Excellent communication, organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to commit to a team-building approach and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees.
- Ability to exhibit courtesy and patience while working with a diverse student population.
- Ability to demonstrate confidentiality in working with client records and maintaining FERPA compliance.
- Ability to multi-task as well as produce work independently; prioritizing work, meetings, etc.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and objectives.
Additional Information:
Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
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Who's Hiring
- Accenture2
- U.S. Bank2
- ZoomInfo1
- Logic1
- Emerson College1
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- Education3
- Technology & Software3
- Manufacturing1
Entry Level Financial Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level financial director job?
Employers hiring at the entry level typically look for a degree in finance, accounting, or economics alongside hands-on experience from internships, co-ops, or relevant coursework. Demonstrating proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting tools, and reporting software gives candidates a clear edge. Tailoring your resume to show measurable outcomes from any finance work, even academic projects, signals the analytical thinking these roles require.
Which companies hire entry level financial directors?
Companies hiring entry level financial directors right now include Accenture, U.S. Bank, and ZoomInfo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of employers, including mid-size firms building out finance teams and larger organizations running structured early-career programs.
Are there remote entry level financial director jobs?
Yes, though the majority of entry level roles are still on-site or hybrid. About 0% of entry level financial director openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting employers who prioritize in-person mentorship for candidates early in their finance careers. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate lets you focus on the format that fits your situation.
Are these new grad financial director jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op terms toward requirements, or invites a portfolio in place of a long work history. Look for language like "entry level," "new grad," or "0 to 2 years" in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level financial directors?
Entry Level financial director roles concentrate in Education, Technology & Software, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they carry consistent budgeting, reporting, and financial oversight needs that create structured openings for candidates building early-career finance experience.