Military Manager Student Finance Processing

We're seeking an experienced and service-driven Manager, Student Finance Processing to lead a high-impact team responsible for non-Title IV student finance operations. This role plays a critical part in supporting student success through accurate financial processing, strong internal partnerships, and continuous improvement of service delivery. Military veteran status is a plus.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who enjoys managing people, improving processes, and serving as a role model for organizational values while operating in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

This is a temporary to possible hire role working on site at our client's Lisle location. Hunter Hamilton offers hourly/weekly pay and direct deposit as well as temporary health benefits.

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  Lead and manage a Student Finance Processing team (3-4 direct reports) responsible for invoicing, certification, billing, payment posting, reporting, and account management related to non-Title IV financial aid

  
  
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  Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of non-Title IV student finance issues

  
  
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  Recruit, interview, hire, train, coach, and evaluate team members while ensuring appropriate staffing and coverage

  
  
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  Evaluate existing operational and customer service processes and recommend improvements to enhance the student experience

  
  
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  Develop schedules, workflows, and coverage models to meet service-level expectations

  
  
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  Provide leadership reporting, tracking, and outcome assessments to management

  
  
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  Ensure team members have the tools, training, and resources needed to collaborate effectively across finance, academic, and compliance functions

  
  
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  Maintain deep knowledge of non-Title IV student finance programs, policies, and federal/state regulations

  
  
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  Identify, document, and share best practices to drive consistency and continuous improvement

  
  
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  Prepare and present reports, metrics, and special projects to leadership as needed

  
  
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  Foster a culture of accountability, care, and service excellence aligned with organizational values

  
  

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  Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred

  
  
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  4+ years of combined professional experience, including prior people management experience

  
  
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  Direct experience with non-Title IV student finance required

  
  
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  Strong working knowledge of federal and state financial aid rules and regulations

  
  
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  Experience in a service-oriented environment supporting internal and external customers

  
  
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  Proven ability to present to and communicate with senior leadership

  
  
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  Strong project management skills with the ability to set deadlines and drive completion

  
  
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  Exceptional leadership, critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills

  
  
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  Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial aid systems

  
  

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  Experience with budget preparation, financial modeling, or accounting management

  
  
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  Background in higher education, military education benefits, or complex financial aid environments

  
  

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  Temporary-to-possible-hire role with strong visibility and impact

  
  
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  Onsite leadership position with direct influence on student outcomes and team success

  
  
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  Opportunity to lead, mentor, and build a high-performing team

  
  
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  Broad exposure to finance operations, compliance, reporting, and senior leadership collaboration

  
  

If you're a proven people leader with deep non-Title IV student finance experience and a passion for service excellence, this is a strong opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact.

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