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Financial Aid Compliance Counselor

University of North Carolina Charlotte
$40,665 - $50,831
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Aug 07, 2026
Financial Aid Compliance Counselor
Position Information
General Information




















Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week 40
Months per year 12
Position Number 001120
NC Salary Grade Equivalency NC10
Classification Title Administrative Support Specialist - Advanced
Working Title Financial Aid Compliance Counselor
Salary Range $40,665 - $50,831
Anticipate Hiring Range $40,665 - $50,346
FLSA Status Non Exempt
Division Academic Affairs
Department Enrollment Management (Adm)
Work Unit Financial Aid Operations
Work Schedule
8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.

This position may be eligible for a telework schedule once onboarding into the position is complete and with supervisor approval.
Primary Purpose of Position
The primary purpose of the Financial Aid Compliance Counselor position is to:

  • Monitor student activity for students enrolled in Part of Term Courses and complete required processing tasks.
  • Perform essential processing, including identifying relevant students, communicating with students, and submitting students for withdrawal processing.
  • Identify and finalize students that need reverse processing and re-awarding.
  • Serve as the primary contact for Course Program of Study (CPoS) at Charlotte, adjusting aid based on eligible courses and ensuring federal compliance.
  • Process aid adjustments for thesis and repeat coursework.
  • Manage all unofficial withdrawals at the end of each term.
  • Support student success by ensuring accurate and timely financial aid processing.
  • Provide backup support for federal file processing, study abroad, transient study, and withdrawal workflows.
  • Offer guidance to students, parents, and campus partners regarding financial aid policies and procedures.
  • Fulfill assigned responsibilities that enhance the effectiveness and service quality of the financial aid office.
Minimum Education/Experience
Required Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school and one year of related office experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Note: Some state job postings state you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears above, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
Essential Job Duties

  • Perform specialized duties related to Part of Term processing and CPoS requirements.
  • Complete unofficial Return to Title IV (R2T4) calculations.
  • Determine financial aid eligibility for students enrolled in thesis and repeat coursework.
  • Analyze and review output reports related to CPoS and Part of Term activity.
  • Resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate, compliant processing of federal aid.
  • Provide guidance to students and staff regarding federal aid programs and requirements.
  • Collaborate with campus partners including the Registrar's Office, Student Services, Niner Central, University Communications, IT, and the Graduate School, to support accurate and compliant CPoS processing.
Other Work Responsibilities

  • Perform other job duties and special projects as assigned or directed.
  • Research federal and state rules and regulations concerning financial aid eligibility.
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of office policies and procedures.
  • Review student records to make informed decisions regarding aid eligibility and compliance.
  • Collect and analyze data to support operational needs and reporting.
  • Meet internal time service deadlines and critical federal and state deadlines.
  • Provide guidance to students by a variety of means, including in person, by phone, and by email, ensuring accurate and supportive assistance.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

  • Financial aid experience; experience with R2T4 calculations.
  • Proven experience and knowledge of federal and state requirements regarding aid administration.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated customer service focus.
  • Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail in high-volume environments, precision, and accuracy. Effective and efficient critical thinking skills, demonstrated analytical problem-solving.
  • Banner experience is preferred.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Work Location Reese Building
Posting date 08/07/2026
Closing date 08/16/2026
Proposed Hire Date 09/21/2026
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



  1. *
    How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

    • UNC Charlotte Website
    • HERC Job Board
    • Inside Higher Education
    • Mitratech Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
    • Another Website
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement/Publication
    • Personal Referral
    • Other



  2. Where did you learn about this posting?

    (Open Ended Question)


  3. *
    Do you have at least a high school diploma / GED and one year of related office experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience?

    • Yes - I have at least a high school diploma / GED and one year of related office experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
    • No - I do not have at least a high school diploma /GED and at least one year of related office experience.


  4. *
    Do you have experience with R2T4 calculations? If so, please explain your experience.

    (Open Ended Question)


  5. *
    Do you know federal and state requirements regarding aid administration? Please elaborate.

    (Open Ended Question)


  6. *
    Do you have professional experience using Banner software?

    • No
    • Yes, 0-3 years
    • Yes, 3-5 years
    • Yes, 5+ years


  7. *
    Do you have any professional experience with Banner Financial Systems?

    • No
    • Yes


  8. *
    Do you have experience in working with Course Program of Study (CPoS)? If so, please explain your experience.

    (Open Ended Question)


  9. *
    Explain your philosophy on customer service.

    (Open Ended Question)




Applicant Documents
Required Documents

  1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
  3. Contact Information for References


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