Financial Aid Systems Analyst

About the role

Why Work at BYU As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life." Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth-all situated within a beautiful and historic campus-make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Financial Aid Systems Analyst The Financial Aid Systems Analyst serves as a senior technical and functional expert responsible for the design, configuration, and optimization of financial aid systems supporting the administration of federal, state, and institutional aid programs totaling more than $150M annually. Working under the direction of the Financial Aid Systems Manager, this role translates complex federal Title IV regulations and business requirements into system configuration, processing logic, and technical solutions. The Analyst independently develops and implements system enhancements, resolves complex issues, and ensures accurate and compliant system performance. This position requires advanced expertise in financial aid systems and regulatory frameworks, contributing to system reliability, data integrity, and operational efficiency in a high-risk, compliance-driven environment. What you will be doing in this position Advanced System Configuration & Solution Development Designs, configures, and maintains financial aid and scholarship system functionality across the full aid lifecycle Develops complex packaging strategies, queries, and processing logic supporting awarding, disbursement, and reconciliation Builds and maintains system controls to ensure data integrity, compliance, and audit readiness Implements system enhancements and configuration changes based on regulatory and business requirements Troubleshoots and resolves complex system issues, including data discrepancies and processing failures Regulatory Translation & Compliance Support Advises Financial Aid leadership on system readiness, implementation risks, and operational impacts associated with regulatory or policy changes . Interprets federal Title IV regulations and translates requirements into system configuration and processing rules Supports annual aid-year setup, including testing, validation, and deployment of regulatory updates Executes testing strategies to ensure system compliance and accuracy Identifies potential compliance risks within system processes and recommends mitigation strategies Systems Integration & Technical Collaboration Collaborates with OIT and campus partners to design, test, and implement system integrations Supports data exchange processes with federal systems (e.g., COD, NSLDS, CPS/SAIG), ensuring accuracy and reliability Assists in evaluating system capabilities and recommending technical solutions to meet evolving business needs Contributes to system documentation and technical standards Process Improvement & Operational Support Identifies opportunities to improve system efficiency, automation, and user experience Develops solutions to reduce manual intervention and streamline workflows Supports cross-functional initiatives to improve financial aid delivery Develops documentation and training materials for system processes and changes Provides guidance to staff on system functionality and issue resolution Supports onboarding and continuous learning within the team What qualifies you for this role Education/Experience Minimum R equired: Bachelor's degree and 3 years' experience in financial aid systems, student information systems, or a related technical/functional role or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred: Master's degree and 5 years' experience in financial aid systems, student information systems, or a related technical/functional role or an equivalent combination of education and experience Skills, abilities, knowledge, licenses, certifications R equired: Strong customer service and student-centered approach Effective communication and documentation skills High attention to detail and data accuracy Project management or system design skills Commitment to federal compliance and institutional policy Creativity, willingness to innovate and develop effective solutions Team player committed to collaborative success Training and presentation skills Ownership and follow-through on assignments Initiative and proactive mindset Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including functions and pivot