Banking Central Operations,Back-Office Operations Specialist

Workway, Inc. • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

We are a professional staffing firm, working with organizations across the country to place exceptional candidates. Currently, we have a BANKING CENTRAL OPERATIONS, BACK-OFFICE SPECIALIST opportunity with our client-Bank, specializing in commercial and business banking, providing tailored financial solutions to companies and entrepreneurs in specialized industries. The BANKING CENTRAL OPERATIONS, BACK-OFFICE SPECIALIST is responsible for the specific duties listed below.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of experience in bank or credit union central operations, deposit services, or related back-office functions.
• Working knowledge of deposit account processing, customer identification requirements (CIP/KYC), and operational controls.
• Experience with OFAC screening and related compliance procedures.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities and time-sensitive queues.
• Sound judgment with the ability to identify unusual activity, adhere to escalation protocols, and protect confidential information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills paired with a service-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in learning and navigating multiple core banking systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, collaborate cross-functionally, and adapt smoothly as priorities shift.

Responsibilities

• Process returned deposits, returned checks, deposit corrections, adjustments, unposted items, and routine exception items.
• Review in-clearing checks and process ACH exceptions, including returns and International ACH Transactions (IATs).
• Research discrepancies, document actions taken, and route complex or higher-risk exceptions for escalated review.
• Prepare and transmit customer wire transfers.
• Maintain accurate records and complete assigned queue work within established deadlines and service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Handle customer inquiries via email and respond to internal requests across phone, email, and approved channels.
• Assist branches with monthly operational certifications, including dormant accounts, key inventory, internal check reviews, and alarm testing.
• Perform routine account maintenance and support fellow team members as needed.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k) plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED