Financial Associate

River Bank & Trust•Auburn, AL

About The Position

While the primary role of the Financial Associate is to accurately complete customer transactions received by either night deposit, phone or in-person, the Financial Associate is also responsible for upholding the outstanding reputation and culture of the bank by providing unmatched hospitality and customer support.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products to include: Word, Excel, and Outlook
Be familiar with and follow policy and procedures, and support Management's decisions and goals in a positive, professional manner.
Stay abreast of regulatory requirements and complete annual compliance training applicable to the position
Ability to apply general accounting knowledge processes (debits, credits, balancing)
Assuring customer service is top priority whether internally or externally; treating customers and employees professionally, with courtesy and respect
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, handle multiple tasks, and prioritize work
Detail oriented and organized
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Integrity, discretion, and respect for confidential information are absolutely essential
Willingness to adapt to change
Work within a variety of different software and web applications
Able to prioritize duties and effectively manage time
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Attend work on a regular basis, on time, and withstand varying degrees of stress
Maintaining a professional, business-like appearance and demeanor

Nice To Haves

Previous banking or cash handling experience preferred

Responsibilities

Must be able to efficiently identify all of the customer's needs and excel in referring other products within all of the other lines of business that the bank may offer. This will be done by maintaining knowledge of both personal and business products.
Answer incoming calls, whether externally or internally
Professionally, courteously and promptly greet and acknowledge all customers that walk into the Office
Provide various account services to customers by receiving deposits and loan payments; cashing checks; issuing savings withdrawals; recording night and mail deposits; selling official checks
Complete special requests such as taking orders for checks; preparing official checks; exchanging foreign currencies; providing special statements, copies, and completing safe-deposit box procedures.
Verify endorsements, receive proper identification, ensure validity, and identify counterfeit currency.
Examine checks deposited and determine proper funds availability based on regulatory requirements and complete hold notices when necessary and according to policy
Balance cash drawer periodically throughout the day and/or at least daily
Miscellaneous projects and other duties as requested by Management
Cross train & back up the Customer Service Rep. (CSR) by opening, closing and maintaining support on all account types.