Iowa State University · 8 hours ago
Financial Aid Data Analyst I
Ames, IA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelIowa State University is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Financial Aid Data Analyst I to support the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of financial aid data and reporting. This position serves as the office’s primary reporter, ensuring timely and precise submission of institutional, state, and federal reports.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary reporter for the Office of Student Financial Aid, compiling, verifying, and submitting accurate data and reports
Develop, run, and maintain queries and reports to support financial aid operations, compliance, and reconciliation
Ensure data accuracy and integrity through validation, documentation, and standardized reporting practices
Compile and submit required reports such as FISAP, IPEDS, Common Data Set, Board of Regents, and Iowa College Aid
Monitor student enrollment and eligibility to ensure accurate disbursement and reporting of financial aid
Support the reconciliation of financial aid funds with internal departments, including Accounting, Accounts Receivable, and Student Information offices
Collaborate with Information Technology Services (ITS) and vendors to troubleshoot, test, and implement system updates
Create and enhance reporting tools and dashboards for improved data access and decision-making
Document and share reporting processes to promote team transparency and consistency
Communicate data findings and reporting outcomes to stakeholders in clear, actionable formats
Respond to data inquiries from external agencies, ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., ERA, ITS, OSI) to resolve data issues and improve workflows
Participate in system testing, validation, and training related to upgrades and regulatory changes
Stay informed on financial aid regulations and support staff training to maintain compliance
Pursue professional development opportunities relevant to financial aid, data reporting, and analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Preferred
Experience using Student Information Systems and financial aid management systems such as Workday Student, Ellucian Banner, or PowerFAIDS for reporting and data extraction
Proven experience creating and validating complex queries or reports using SQL or reporting tools (e.g., Workday Report Writer, Microsoft Access, Tableau, Power BI, or similar)
Demonstrated understanding of federal and state financial aid reporting requirements (e.g., FISAP, IPEDS, Common Data Set, Board of Regents, Iowa College Aid)
Experience collaborating with IT professionals and functional users to test, troubleshoot, and implement system updates or enhancements
Experience with maintaining data accuracy, documentation, and compliance in a higher education environment
Benefits
Comprehensive health and work-life benefits
Medical and dental
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Company
Iowa State University
Iowa State University is a public flagship land-grant and space-grant research university located in Ames, Iowa.
Founded in 1858
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.51MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityUS Department of Energy"US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation"
2024-08-28Grant· $1M
2024-03-28Grant
2024-02-26Grant
Leadership Team
Kevin Kimle
Rastetter Chair of Agricultural Entrepreneurship
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