Accounting Stipend Specialist

Come Grow With Us

Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is a rapidly growing educational service company that has long been an industry leader in providing educational, operational and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector. Formerly part of Grand Canyon University (GCU), GCE still works closely with GCU to benefit thousands of students, families and the local inner-city community. We put people first, drive innovation, and do good in the community that we live and work in.

This role is responsible for the timely processing of student stipend/refund checks by thoroughly auditing and maintaining the student’s account in conjunction with adhering to Title IV Funding regulations.

What you will do:

• Analyze and adjust student accounts.

• Process student stipend/refund checks.

• Assist with processes to ensure compliance with Title IV issues and maintain best practices in accounts receivable.

• Meet defined department goals and all established activity metrics.

• Ensure timely communication and follow up with student services divisions regarding student accounts.

• Other duties as assigned.

What you will have:

• MS Office Suite

• Database software and/or advanced usage of Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.

• High school diploma required. Associate degree preferred.

• 6 months – 2 years’ related experience preferably in Financial Aid, financial or accounting department and/or training in the principles and practices of accounting and Title IV funding regulations.

• Must pass a pre-employment background investigation.

Why work at GCE:

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan

• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays

• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events

• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program