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Senior Product Banner Financial Aid Analyst- United States Remote

🇺🇸 Remote - US 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Financial Aid 🗓️ September 19th, 2026
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Edtech.com's Summary

Ellucian is hiring a Senior Product Banner Financial Aid Analyst. The role involves providing high-quality front-line support to Banner Financial Aid customers by troubleshooting application issues, delivering functional and basic technical support, and collaborating both independently and within a team to resolve complex problems. The analyst must maintain expertise in Banner Financial Aid products and support customers, including those in California state grant processing, while participating in a 24x7 support rotation covering Pacific Time.

Highlights
  • Provide in-depth troubleshooting and problem-solving support for Banner Financial Aid applications.
  • Document issues clearly in Ellucian’s tracking system and manage issue resolution.
  • Work independently and as a contributing member of the Ellucian Action Line Global Support Team.
  • Maintain expertise on Banner Financial Aid, Banner Financial Aid Self-Service, and Banner Student Self-Service for Financial Aid, including new features.
  • Support specific California state grant processing issues.
  • Work hours to cover Pacific Time customers and participate in a 24x7 rotation schedule.
  • Require higher education experience in Financial Aid and strong knowledge of related federal regulations.
  • Require 5+ years of experience with Banner Financial Aid Administration and Self-Service products.
  • Ability to write and troubleshoot complex SQL statements.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills, comfortable leading Zoom and phone troubleshooting sessions.

Senior Product Banner Financial Aid Analyst- United States Remote Full Description

About Ellucian

Ellucian powers innovation for higher education, partnering with approximately 3,000 customers across 50 countries, serving more than 21 million students. Ellucian's AI-powered platform, trained on the richest dataset available in higher education, drives efficiency, personalized experiences, and strengthened engagement for all students, faculty and staff. Fueled by decades of experience with a singular focus on the unique needs of learning institutions, the Ellucian platform features best-in-class SaaS capabilities and delivers insights needed now and into the future. These solutions and services span the entire student lifecycle, including data-rich tools for student recruitment, enrollment, and retention to workforce analytics, fundraising, and alumni engagement. Ellucian's innovative solutions, vast ecosystem of partners and user community of more than 45,000 provides best practices leading to greater institutional success and achieving better student outcomes.


About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Banner Financial Aid Software Support Analyst to join our Global Support Team here at Ellucian.  The successful candidate will utilize their strong communication (both verbal & written) and analytical skills to assist the Ellucian Action Line team in providing high-quality, front-line support for our Banner Financial Aid customers.  This individual will be responsible for working closely with customers by providing both functional support and basic technical support, primarily for their Banner Financial Aid and Financial Aid Self Service product issues.  The analyst must demonstrate a commitment to working through complex problems, complete tasks with a high level of accuracy, and focus on satisfying the customer. 

Where you will make an impact

Provide in-depth support to Ellucian customers using troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to resolving application issues.Clearly document issues within Ellucian's tracking system and follow issue progress through resolution.Develop effective working relationships with other Ellucian staff.Work both independently and as an active, contributing member of a team.Be highly organized and able to work on multiple issues at one time.Contribute as an active member of the Ellucian Action Line (Global Support) Team by providing open and honest feedback to others, supporting the rest of the team, and creating an environment of optimism and achievement.Maintain a solid understanding of the Banner Financial Aid, Banner Financial Aid Self-Service, and Banner Student Self-Service for Financial Aid and keep up on new functionality.Support California customers in specific state grant processing.Work hours to cover Pacific Time customers.Participate in a 24x7 rotation schedule to support customers.

What will you bring

Higher Education experience in Financial Aid. Strong understanding of Financial Aid terms and federal regulations. Strong understanding of the Banner Financial Aid Admin and Self-Service products (5+ years), including set up and processing functionality. Ability to write and troubleshoot complex SQL statements.Strong/Proven analytical and troubleshooting skills to effectively address functional and technical issues.Analyze and resolve problems quickly. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Comfortable leading interactive Zoom (Video) sessions and phone calls with customers to troubleshoot problem areas.
What makes #Ellucianlife

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and visionFlexible time offThrive Flex Lifestyle Account (LSA) that allows you to contribute towards your health, financial or learning interests401k w/ match & BrightPlan - to help you save for the futureParental Leave5 charitable days to support the community that supports usTelemedicineWellness Headspace Care (mental health)Wellbeats (virtual fitness classes)RethinkCare & Wellthy- caregiver supportDiversity and inclusion programs which provide access to internal employee resource groupsEmployee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the teamWe Foster a learning culture with: Education Assistance ProgramProfessional development opportunities

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