Financial Aid Business Analyst

Universities of Wisconsin

. Serve as a functional expert supporting administration of financial aid programs and systems .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeGreen Bay • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $64,279 - $68,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial aid program administration and PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to enhance system functionality and improve processes. Capable of providing strategic leadership and managing staff while ensuring compliance with financial aid regulations.

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PeopleSoft Campus SolutionsFinancial Aid Program AdministrationData Analysis and ReportingBusiness Process ImprovementSupervisory Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial Aid System ConfigurationQuery DevelopmentSystem TestingTroubleshootingData Integrity Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Tools & Technologies

PeopleSoft QueryQuery Manager

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationFinancial Aid RegulationsEnterprise SystemOperational ProceduresBudget Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a functional expert supporting administration of financial aid programs and systems
Configure and support financial aid functionality in PeopleSoft Campus Solutions Financial Aid
Independently research and resolve system and processing issues
Evaluate and test system changes
Develop queries and reports
Analyze data and identify process improvement opportunities
Translate financial aid business needs into system and process solutions with ITS and campus partners
Administer assigned financial aid programs and responsibilities
Exercise supervisory authority over at least 2.0 full-time equivalent employees
Manage and implement policies and activities for the unit
Provide strategic leadership and serve as liaison to internal and external stakeholders
Establish operational procedures and protocols for prospective and continuing students
Help develop and recommend the unit budget
Ensure appropriate staffing and address training needs
Provide backup for area functions as needed
Occasionally travel to or work at the Marinette, Sheboygan, or Manitowoc Campus based on operational needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
Experience working with a student information system or other complex enterprise system
Ability to independently research issues, evaluate information, and identify solutions
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Experience with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, particularly the Financial Aid module
Experience with financial aid system configuration, testing, implementation, or troubleshooting
Experience developing query reports and supporting data integrity using PeopleSoft Query, Query Manager, or comparable reporting tools
Experience with business process improvement and financial aid program administration
Professional experience working in financial aid in a higher education environment
Working knowledge of financial aid rules, regulations, programs, and processes
Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout employment
Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions
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Benefits

Comp & perks

Several health insurance options
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance options
AD&D and Accident insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), with employer contributions beginning immediately
Full vesting after 5 years of service
Supplemental retirement savings programs including 403(b) and Deferred Compensation
9 legal holidays
36 hours of personal holiday
96–130 hours of sick leave annually
Paid parental leave
13–27 days of vacation annually, depending on years of service and employment type
Hybrid or on-campus work option, subject to approved telecommuting request