Compliance Officer

at  Computek College

Do you want to be a part of a long-established and reputed post-secondary educational institution serving new Canadians? Are you a dedicated team player who is a smart self-starter with a strong work ethic and exceptional time management and project coordination skills? We are looking for savvy professionals to enhance our team as we expand our scope and delivery of innovative learning outcomes for our students.
Having celebrated its remarkable 30th year anniversary in 2021, Computek College is one of Ontario’s leading private career colleges dedicated to providing practical learning for newcomers to become employed. Our students learn from industry proven instructors, access special workshops that give them a competitive edge in the job market, and effectively leverage financial aid and career services. We offer several diploma and certification programs in business, healthcare, and technology with additional weeknight and weekend classes.

OUR VALUES

• We fundamentally believe that newcomers to Canada bring with them, knowledge and skills that affords them the right to decent work. We acknowledge their inherent dignity, wisdom, and agency.
• We are committed, therefore, to providing a nurturing learning environment that is equitable and inclusive where our newcomer students can realize their full potential.
• By facilitating the free expression of diverse perspectives in a respectful manner on campus, we create conditions for our diverse student body and staff to make a positive difference in all aspects of our college.
  We are looking for an exceptional Compliance Officer to join our Financial Aid department.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Compliance Officer in the Financial Aid department will be responsible for providing support to the Director, Financial Aid and Compliance. They will be responsible for the collection, review, and analysis of students’ files and financial records, in terms of compliance with laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to Ontario Career Colleges. They undertake tasks and responsibilities mainly supporting the compliance team.
* This position has an option to work 1 day per week remotely*

DUTIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Manages the administration of provincial programs and policies regarding the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).
• Manages the development and administration of the ministry’s inspection, audit, investigation, and related activities to ensure compliance with the OSAP provisions of the Ministry of Colleges and Universities.
• Support Financial Aid Department’s compliance under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005 and the Regulations made under the Act.
• Generate reports from campus login in a timely manner.
• Audit student files and financial records before graduation.
• Responsible for supporting all types of financial aid, i.e., OSAP, Financial Grants, as well as their policies, regulations, and laws.
• Answer any student or financial aid employees’ questions regarding financial aid policies and regulations.
• Review KPI enrolments & graduation report by term before submission.
• Verification of Letter of Acceptance for the International Students Program.
• Compliance Reporting for International Students.
• Project Co-Lead for the Compliance Requirements Project.
• Develop and maintain an asset register for an Inventory Management System.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as finance is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an Ontario Career College is an asset.
• Advanced knowledge about education funding services i.e., OSAP, Education Grants is desirable.
• Extensive knowledge of regulatory compliance regarding financial aid services is preferred.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a collaborative team.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint presentations.
  * This position has an option to work 1 day per week remotely*
  Computek College is an inclusive work environment and as such has a workplace accommodation policy in place. Accommodations are available, upon request, for the interview process and other selection stages for job applicants with accessibility needs.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: $49,440.00-$53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Education Funding Services: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-02-03
Expected start date: 2025-03-0

• Manages the administration of provincial programs and policies regarding the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).
• Manages the development and administration of the ministry’s inspection, audit, investigation, and related activities to ensure compliance with the OSAP provisions of the Ministry of Colleges and Universities.
• Support Financial Aid Department’s compliance under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005 and the Regulations made under the Act.
• Generate reports from campus login in a timely manner.
• Audit student files and financial records before graduation.
• Responsible for supporting all types of financial aid, i.e., OSAP, Financial Grants, as well as their policies, regulations, and laws.
• Answer any student or financial aid employees’ questions regarding financial aid policies and regulations.
• Review KPI enrolments & graduation report by term before submission.
• Verification of Letter of Acceptance for the International Students Program.
• Compliance Reporting for International Students.
• Project Co-Lead for the Compliance Requirements Project.
• Develop and maintain an asset register for an Inventory Management System