Description We are offering a contract for a meticulous Student Loan Officer in the higher education sector, based in Norfolk, Virginia. As a Student Loan Officer, you will play a pivotal role in managing student loan accounts, ensuring their accuracy, and addressing related inquiries. Responsibilities: • Oversee and accurately handle student loan accounts within the general ledger system. • Prepare comprehensive schedules to reflect the activity of all institutional loans. • Undertake diligent preparation of journal entries to accurately represent all transactions. • Conduct monthly and annual reporting duties related to student loans. • Provide assistance with collections activities as needed. • Monitor and report on default rates and accounts receivable. • Ensure compliance with HRSA guidelines. • Facilitate the distribution, processing, and tracking of deferments. • Leverage skills in data processing and customer service to enhance operational efficiency. • Maintain steadfast adherence to compliance norms and reconciliation procedures. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Student Loan Officer or in a similar role within the Higher Education industry. • Proficiency in Data Processing is required. • Demonstrated ability in Compliance, ensuring all regulations and procedures are adhered to. • Strong Customer Service skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and resolve issues. • Experience in maintaining Journal Entries, ensuring accurate financial record keeping. • Knowledge of Student Financial Aid, including the application, disbursement, and repayment processes. • Familiarity with Student Loans, including federal, private, and alternative loan options. • Ability to perform Reconciliations, ensuring all financial transactions are accurate and balanced. • Experience in Commercial Collections, with the ability to effectively manage and recover unpaid student loan debts. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .