**Experienced Full Stack Financial Aid Consultant – Higher Education Operations Improvement**

At arenaflex, we're on a mission to revolutionize the way higher education institutions approach financial aid operations. As a seasoned financial aid consultant, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering top-notch services to colleges and universities across the country. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in the education sector and have a knack for problem-solving, we want to hear from you.

• *About arenaflex**

arenaflex is a renowned leader in providing innovative solutions to the higher education industry's most pressing challenges. With a strong commitment to excellence and a passion for making a difference, we've established ourselves as a trusted partner for institutions seeking to improve their financial aid operations. Our team is dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth, and we're excited to welcome like-minded professionals to join our ranks.

• *Job Summary**

As an Experienced Full Stack Financial Aid Consultant, you'll work closely with institutional staff to conduct operational reviews, prepare assessment reports, and create improvement plans using a quality assurance approach. Your expertise will be instrumental in identifying and addressing financial aid compliance and operational issues, and you'll have the opportunity to serve as an acting director of financial aid, middle management duties, and/or perform standard day-to-day financial aid processing tasks.

• *Primary Duties and Responsibilities**

• Collaborate with clients to identify and address financial aid compliance and operational issues through improvement plans, which may include serving as an acting director of financial aid, middle management duties, and/or performing standard day-to-day financial aid processing tasks.
• Conduct in-depth research on complex regulatory issues and provide concise analysis and recommendations to clients.
• Conduct operational reviews and prepare comprehensive reports of findings, highlighting areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions.
• Lead training sessions on financial aid issues individually or in groups, ensuring that clients have the knowledge and skills needed to navigate complex regulatory requirements.
• Create project plans and manage software implementation or configuration to ensure seamless integration with existing systems.
• Develop documentation of completed work, including assessment reports and improvement plans, to ensure transparency and accountability.

• *Job Requirements/Qualifications**

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as higher education administration, finance, or a related field.
• Five to seven years of progressive financial aid experience, with a strong understanding of federal and state financial aid regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to organize and deliver training sessions, either individually or in groups, to ensure that clients have the knowledge and skills needed to navigate complex regulatory requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulatory requirements, including the Higher Education Act and the Federal Student Aid Handbook.
• Experience with automation and major financial aid information systems, including Banner, CampusVue, Datatel, PeopleSoft, PowerFAIDS, and/or other major student information systems.
• Demonstrated strong writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear, concise recommendations.
• Skilled user of Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Three or more years of experience with Banner, CampusVue, Datatel, PeopleSoft, PowerFAIDS, and/or other major student information systems preferred.

• *Essential Skills and Competencies**

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex financial aid compliance and operational issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to collaboration and teamwork.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to create project plans, manage software implementation or configuration, and ensure seamless integration with existing systems.
• In-depth knowledge of financial aid regulatory requirements, including the Higher Education Act and the Federal Student Aid Handbook.
• Experience with automation and major financial aid information systems, including Banner, CampusVue, Datatel, PeopleSoft, PowerFAIDS, and/or other major student information systems.

• *Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits**

At arenaflex, we're committed to providing our employees with the training, support, and resources they need to succeed in their careers. As a full-time employee, you'll have access to:

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including workshops, webinars, and conferences.
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced colleagues, to help you navigate complex financial aid regulatory requirements and develop your skills and expertise.
• Opportunities for career advancement, including promotions to senior roles and leadership positions.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment, with a strong focus on collaboration, innovation, and growth.

• *Work Environment and Company Culture**

arenaflex is a remote-friendly company, with a strong commitment to work-life balance. As a full-time employee, you'll have the flexibility to work from anywhere in the U.S., with a 75% - 100% travel requirement. Our company culture is built on a foundation of collaboration, innovation, and growth, with a strong emphasis on:

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a commitment to creating a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive for all employees.
• Employee well-being, with a focus on providing resources and support to help employees manage stress, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and achieve their goals.
• Professional development, with a commitment to providing ongoing training, mentorship, and coaching to help employees succeed in their careers.

• *Compensation, Perks, and Benefits**

arenaflex offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• A comprehensive health insurance plan, with medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• A 401(k) retirement plan, with a company match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• A flexible work environment, with the option to work from anywhere in the U.S.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• *How to Apply**

If you're a motivated and experienced financial aid professional looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience, skills, and qualifications. We can't wait to hear from you!