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Financial Services Analyst (4627U), FASO Financial Aid Operations - 63923
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Financial Services Analyst (4627U), FASO Financial Aid Operations – UC Berkeley
Departmental Overview
The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office (FASO) directly awards or coordinates the awarding of over $850 million from over 700 funding sources to over 25,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The mission of the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office is to provide students access to an excellent education through strategic partnerships and rigorous planning, offering innovative aid programs, navigating financial aid processes, counseling students on financial literacy, advocating on behalf of students, collaborating to build a holistic culture of care and fostering community among alumni and donors. Responsibilities
Applies professional financial services concepts (e.g. accounting, payroll, etc.) to independently resolve UC Path and Work-Study Program issues in compliance with external regulations and internal policies. Initiates Salary Cost Transfers and Direct Retros when applicable. Provides support and analyses for mitigating limited functionality in UC Path and implementing contingencies. Participates in the analysis, design, and implementation of new services or financial operational systems or processes. Implements financial transaction processes and procedures. Reviews financial data and transactions that support the Work-Study payroll function. Reviews, identifies and takes action on payroll transactions (variance analysis & resolution) to ensure compliance with federal, state and institutional requirements. Ensures that financial processing functions are performed with accuracy and that daily operations run smoothly. Performs variance analysis and resolution of assigned financial aid programs. Assesses, recommends, and implements changes to processes that affect the Work-Study Program as needed to ensure financial processes maintain compliance with federal and state requirements and internal financial/audit policies. Follows related policies and advises campus staff accordingly. Recommends and implements quality customer service standards and procedures to affect various constituencies, including campus departments, students and external vendors. Assists with payroll and financial inquiries originating from work-study employers. Provides customer service on escalated cases for campus staff and students related to work-study processes and student employment records. Documents and maintains processes and procedures for financial activities. Develops a professional development plan and participates in development activities, such as attending classes, joining organizations, working on special projects, and serving on departmental or campus-wide committees, in order to enhance expertise in job areas. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures. Knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems. Must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office and common desktop/web applications. Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high-volume environment, organizational skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, sound judgement and decision‑making ability to develop original ideas to solve problems. Education/Training
Bachelor's degree or AA degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with and/or ability to learn UC‑specific financial systems and financial aid programs. Salary & Benefits
The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $33.52 - $38.51. This is a 100%, full‑time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits. This position is non‑exempt and paid bi‑weekly. This is a hybrid position, eligible for up to 60% remote capability. How To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and
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The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office (FASO) directly awards or coordinates the awarding of over $850 million from over 700 funding sources to over 25,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The mission of the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office is to provide students access to an excellent education through strategic partnerships and rigorous planning, offering innovative aid programs, navigating financial aid processes, counseling students on financial literacy, advocating on behalf of students, collaborating to build a holistic culture of care and fostering community among alumni and donors. Responsibilities
Applies professional financial services concepts (e.g. accounting, payroll, etc.) to independently resolve UC Path and Work-Study Program issues in compliance with external regulations and internal policies. Initiates Salary Cost Transfers and Direct Retros when applicable. Provides support and analyses for mitigating limited functionality in UC Path and implementing contingencies. Participates in the analysis, design, and implementation of new services or financial operational systems or processes. Implements financial transaction processes and procedures. Reviews financial data and transactions that support the Work-Study payroll function. Reviews, identifies and takes action on payroll transactions (variance analysis & resolution) to ensure compliance with federal, state and institutional requirements. Ensures that financial processing functions are performed with accuracy and that daily operations run smoothly. Performs variance analysis and resolution of assigned financial aid programs. Assesses, recommends, and implements changes to processes that affect the Work-Study Program as needed to ensure financial processes maintain compliance with federal and state requirements and internal financial/audit policies. Follows related policies and advises campus staff accordingly. Recommends and implements quality customer service standards and procedures to affect various constituencies, including campus departments, students and external vendors. Assists with payroll and financial inquiries originating from work-study employers. Provides customer service on escalated cases for campus staff and students related to work-study processes and student employment records. Documents and maintains processes and procedures for financial activities. Develops a professional development plan and participates in development activities, such as attending classes, joining organizations, working on special projects, and serving on departmental or campus-wide committees, in order to enhance expertise in job areas. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures. Knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems. Must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office and common desktop/web applications. Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high-volume environment, organizational skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, sound judgement and decision‑making ability to develop original ideas to solve problems. Education/Training
Bachelor's degree or AA degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with and/or ability to learn UC‑specific financial systems and financial aid programs. Salary & Benefits
The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $33.52 - $38.51. This is a 100%, full‑time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits. This position is non‑exempt and paid bi‑weekly. This is a hybrid position, eligible for up to 60% remote capability. How To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and
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