Job Description

Financial Aid Advisor

Neihulé Academy of Beauty – Los Angeles

Come grow with us at Neihulé Academy of Beauty, where education, creativity, and student success come first. As a Financial Aid Advisor, you will play a vital role in guiding current and prospective students through the financial aid process and helping them create a clear plan to achieve their career goals in the beauty industry.

This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, student-focused, and passionate about helping individuals transform their lives through education.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES

Under the direction of the School Director, the Financial Aid Advisor serves as a coordinator of major financial aid programs and performs operational-level responsibilities across all areas of financial aid administration. Duties include need analysis, awarding, packaging, and revisions to financial aid packages.

The Financial Aid Advisor exercises professional judgment to make necessary adjustments when standard need analysis methodology is not appropriate. This role advises students and parents regarding the financial aid application process, available funding options, and alternative financing. The advisor may also assist with financial aid workshops, orientations, and informational presentations as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Meet with prospective and enrolled students to explain cost of attendance, financial aid options, and payment plans 

• Assist students and parents with FAFSA, FSA IDs, MPNs, and Entrance/Exit Counseling 

• Review ISIRs and resolve C-codes, conflicting information, and verification requirements 

• Perform need analysis, packaging, and revisions to financial aid awards 

• Exercise professional judgment in compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations 

• Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and properly maintained in electronic student files 

• Maintain compliance with Title IV and other applicable regulatory requirements 

• Provide in-person financial aid counseling when online completion is not possible 

• Support audits, reporting, and other financial aid operational needs 

• Deliver excellent customer service with professionalism, empathy, and integrity 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience 

• Proven adaptability and ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities 

• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy 

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, student-centered environment 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Financial aid administrative experience, preferably in a postsecondary or vocational institution 

• Basic knowledge of federal financial aid programs and application processes 

• Familiarity with financial aid policies, regulations, and awarding practices 

• Understanding of institutional policies, processes, and compliance requirements 

• Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques 

• Ability to apply policies and regulations to individual student situations 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills 

• Ability to calculate and review financial aid awards accurately 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with active listening abilities 

• Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to assess workflows and recommend process improvements 

• Proficiency with standard office software, internet, and email applications 

• Experience working with student information systems and complex databases 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Must not be in default on any federal student loan 

SCHEDULE & LOCATION

• Onsite position at our Downtown Los Angeles campus 

• Tuesday–Friday Part Time hours TBD

Compensation: $25-$30/hour base on experience

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