Associate Director of Financial Planning

Associate Director of Financial Planning

Department: Financial Planning

Primary Job Posting

Location:

Macon, GA 31207

The Mercer University School of Medicine (MUSM) is seeking an Associate Director of Financial Planning to serve on the Macon, Georgia campus.

• Process and award financial aid in compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.
• Counsel currently enrolled and new MUSM students regarding financial aid awards, processes, debt management, and financial wellness.
• Analyze data, make judgments, and act independently while reporting to the Director of Financial Planning.

• Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience, including regulatory or compliance experience, and/or accounting/finance experience.
• Customer service experience is required.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills to build working relationships with students, peers, and administration.
• Ability to accurately enter and analyze data in the AAMC and Mercer Student Information System.
• Attention to detail with numbers, data, and deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and comprehend complex federal financial aid regulations.
• Solid understanding of academic processes, courses, and terms relevant to the medical school.
• Professional handling of confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to prepare reports, documents, and visual aids.
• Customer service and presentation skills.
• Ability to discern extenuating circumstances affecting financial aid eligibility.

• Criminal History

• Resume
• Cover letter
• List of three professional references with contact information

Job Family: Staff Student Operations (Exempt)

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

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