Financial Aid Analyst/Specialist

We are looking for a Financial Aid Analyst/Specialist to join our team in Stockton, California on a Contract basis. This role is well suited for an organized individual who can support financial operations, maintain accurate records, and coordinate data-related processes across systems. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, accounting awareness, and hands-on experience managing information with precision in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the transfer and validation of financial and operational data between business systems to support accurate recordkeeping and reporting.
• Review existing records for completeness, consistency, and accuracy before processing updates, imports, or reconciliation activities.
• Maintain customer, vendor, payment, and billing information while ensuring documentation is organized and current.
• Investigate discrepancies in financial or system data and take corrective action to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Perform system testing and quality checks to confirm data integrity, functionality, and dependable workflow performance.
• Provide day-to-day support for integration-related issues and collaborate with internal teams to address operational challenges.
• Partner with accounting, administrative, and leadership stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of process and system updates.
• Prepare clear user guidance and deliver basic training to staff on updated procedures, tools, and data handling practices.
• At least 3 years of experience in financial operations, data analysis, system support, or a related specialist role.
• Practical experience working with software implementations, data conversions, or application integration activities.
• Strong working knowledge of financial processes such as payments, invoicing, account maintenance, and reporting support.
• Proficiency in Excel, including the ability to manage imports, exports, reconciliation tasks, and large data sets.
• Demonstrated accuracy with data entry, 10-key use, and detailed record review in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments effectively, and maintain strong organizational control over multiple tasks.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to support end users, explain processes, and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Please contact Robert Half at 209.225.2014 for immediate consideration.