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Student Finance Analyst 2
Job Family
Student Finance
Time Type
Full time
Apply before 11: 59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Job Profile Summary
"Provides guidance and support to students on intermediate to complex student financial operations. Ensure financial compliance with federal, state, local, international and university policies."
Job Description
Position Salary: $50,000 per year
Evaluates financial needs of students from a variety of sources including documentation of financial status of students and interviews with students, parent, guardians, and awards financial aid.
Essential Duties
- Monitors or coordinates activities of subordinates.
- Coordinates the administration of programs including the planning, processing, awarding and reporting required. Such programs include student loans/work study employment, scholarships, grants, under represented student programs, and continuing student eligibility.
- Counsels and advises students about financial aid eligibility, application procedures, aid programs, costs, indebtedness, money management and financial planning and individualizes information to the particular needs and situations of the students.
- Collects and/or analyzes financial data on students to determine aid eligibility and make general awards and awards specific to an area such as scholarship waivers or work study within federal and institutional guidelines.
- Answers questions, concerns or requests of students, parents or guardians, or department staff in person or in writing regarding the specifics of financial aid options.
- Reviews awards to ensure compliance to government rules and regulations looking for over-awards as well as under-awards.
- Reviews and evaluates supplemental documentation or information provided in student appeals for adjustment or exception to financial aid awards and decides validity of appeals.
- Compiles reports concerning activity of financial aid programs and initiates recommendations for policy or procedural changes.
- Prepares and presents information regarding federal financial aid, scholarship, employment, and grants for various campus groups, high school students and parents at meetings and group discussions.
- Develops materials and provides training in specific program responsibilities for staff, donors, lenders, agencies, and employers within guidelines of current requirements.
- Collects, interprets and disseminates current technical information regarding specific program responsibilities. Interfaces with lenders, employers, donors, guarantee agencies, and/or staff; resolves problems/issues for students with these entities.
- Provides administrative support for analytical studies in fund utilization, student applicant trends and future computer programming needs.
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of government donor and/or institutional rules, regulations, guidelines and procedures for awarding of financial aid.
- Knowledge of a specialized area of financial aid such as scholarships, work study, loans, grants or compliance.
- Experience in working in a university financial aid office.
- Skill in coordinating the work activities of others.
- Experience in analysis and processing of financial data.
- Customer service experience working with a varied population.
- Experience in entering data accurately.
- Experience in making simple calculations.
- Experience in working with Microsoft applications (e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook).
- Experience in working with the Internet.
- Evidence of effective communication skills.
- Evidence of a Bachelor’s Degree.
Working Environment
Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
Department Statement
In support of the university’s mission and goals, Academic Enterprise Enrollment advances awareness of Arizona State University as the New American University through data-informed strategies that enroll and support a student population reflective of its vision across campus and digital immersion environments. AEE brings professionalism and discipline to the formulation of enrollment strategy and the refinement of enrollment processes, and is an effective collaborator with our college and school colleagues and other enrollment partners within the Academic Enterprise, the Knowledge Enterprise, the Learning Enterprise and EdPlus. AEE comprises the following units: Academic Enterprise Communications; Academic Enterprise Enrollment Solutions; Admission Services; Financial Aid and Scholarship Services; the International Students and Scholars Center; the Pat Tillman Veterans Center; Technology and Data Solutions; and University Registrar Services.
Academic Enterprise Enrollment Core Values
- Make the human connection: We commit to listen, offer empathy and show compassion.
- Drive success with teamwork: We solve problems with collaboration and creativity.
- Promote a thriving community: We recognize work-life balance and embrace our individual differences.
- Go above and beyond: We share our time, talents and expertise to make an impact in all that we do.
- See the extraordinary through our efforts: We support those who are pursuing their dreams.
- Lead with respect and positive intent in every situation: We communicate openly, genuinely and with transparency.
ASU offers an array of employee benefits, including reduced tuition for employees, their spouses and dependents; competitive rates for health and life benefits; a wellness program; disability and leave program; paid holidays; and retirement programs. Visit https://cfo.asu.edu/hr-benefits for further details, as well as https://cfo.asu.edu/hr-applicant for a message from ASU President Michael M. Crow to future ASU employees.
Driving Requirement
Driving is not required for this position.
Location:
Campus: Tempe
Funding
No Federal Funding
Instructions To Apply
Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub. To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:
- Cover letter
- Resume or CV
Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.
Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date. Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience. Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.
ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources. ASU’s comprehensive benefits package is a key part of your total compensation. Visit the ASU Compensation Estimator
Employment Verification Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Fingerprint Check Statement
This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Financial Counselor
Verify your degree field matches the role
PERM labor certification for Financial Counselor positions typically requires a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a closely related field. A degree in an unrelated discipline can trigger a DOL audit, so confirm the alignment before applying.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Financial Counselor openings by green card sponsorship history, so you're applying to employers who have already cleared PERM audits for similar roles rather than educating a first-time sponsor.
Distinguish EB-3 from H-1B before negotiating
Unlike an H-1B visa, a PERM-based green card has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency. When evaluating offers, confirm whether the employer is committing to the full EB-2 or EB-3 process, not just a temporary work visa.
Request the prevailing wage determination early
Your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from OFLC before filing PERM. Cross-check the offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search for your metropolitan area to catch mismatches that can delay certification.
Document client-facing credentials and licensure
Many Financial Counselor roles require state licensure or certifications such as AFC or NFCC membership. Gathering these records before your employer files PERM strengthens the job description and reduces the chance of a DOL audit.
Confirm EB-2 eligibility if you hold a master's degree
Financial Counselors with a master's degree in finance or a related field may qualify for EB-2, which can mean a shorter priority date wait for some nationalities. Review your credentials against USCIS advanced-degree requirements before your employer selects a category.
Green Card Financial Counselor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Counselor role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
It can qualify for either category. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as finance or economics, and most Financial Counselor positions meet that threshold. If you hold a master's degree or higher, your employer can file under EB-2, which may offer priority date advantages depending on your country of birth.
How is PERM green card sponsorship different from an H-1B for this role?
H-1B status is temporary, subject to a lottery, and caps out at six years without further action. PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship is permanent, has no annual lottery for most nationalities, and results in a green card rather than a renewable work visa. The tradeoff is time: the PERM process typically takes longer to initiate than an H-1B transfer.
How do I find Financial Counselor jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Financial Counselor openings specifically by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This helps you avoid roles where the employer has no PERM experience, which can significantly slow your case or result in withdrawal if the employer is unprepared for the labor certification audit process.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for Financial Counselor positions?
Your employer files a prevailing wage determination with OFLC, then runs a mandatory recruitment campaign to confirm no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. Once DOL certifies the application, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. You can then apply for adjustment of status or consular processing once your priority date becomes current.
Can state licensure or certification affect my PERM application as a Financial Counselor?
Yes. If the job requires a state license or a professional certification such as an Accredited Financial Counselor credential, your employer must list that requirement in the PERM job description. Inconsistencies between posted requirements and your actual credentials can trigger a DOL audit. Align your documentation with the job description before the PERM filing begins and work with Migrate Mate to identify roles that match your existing qualifications.