Senior Wire Specialist

San Diego County Credit Union•San Diego, CA

About The Position

This position is responsible for supporting operations by overseeing and reviewing wire transfer activity and its associated balancing and reconciliation processes. This position will have certain wire approval authority and will perform internal reviews to ensure accuracy and policy adherence. It will also be a resource to fellow team members and branches on all wire-related issues by responding to questions, identifying and implementing training and process improvement opportunities, and proactively seeking ways to improve service to branches. Additionally, this position will assist in monitoring wire service level agreements and key performance indicators; perform data analysis; and support the completion of department projects as needed.

Requirements

Two years college level Accounting courses or equivalent experience
Experience using 10 key calculating and other keyboard equipment
Demonstrated knowledge of basic math and accounting principles
Basic computer skills in Excel and Word
Good analytical and research skills
Good organizational skills
Good writing and communication skills
Attention to detail
Works independently
Interpersonal skills
The ability to process a large volume of work within tight deadlines and with a high level of proficiency and accuracy

Nice To Haves

Excel and Symitar experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide an additional review and approval on outgoing wires between the dollar amounts of $50K and $499K. Additionally perform a daily review of a random sample of outgoing wires below the $50K threshold;
Review and sign-off on daily critical balancing and GL reconciliations, such as domestic and foreign wire clearing GLs;
Perform regular wire verification process within WireXchange;
Provide great customer service to internal stakeholders to enable them to provide great service to members;
Work with branches to understand their challenges and help Accounting improve service levels;
Assist auditors by gathering information and performing a walk-through of processes;
Assist in testing new systems and system changes that have an impact on tasks performed by Accounting;
Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and work with the SVP of Accounting on potential changes and improvements;
Be available to assist other team members with troubleshooting problems that occur from time-to-time;
Maintain service levels and wire discrepancy reports for managements’ review;
Peer-to-peer training and leadership
Prepare and update policies and procedures;
Cross-train and maintain knowledge on assigned back-up duties;
Assist and back-up team members as needed;
Maintain quality service standards set by the organization;
Prepare and post journal entries;
Complete various general ledger account reconciliations;
Support variance analysis;
Participate in AML/BSA compliance training as assigned. Adhere to credit union AML/BSA policy and procedures including CTR rules and form preparation, identify and refer suspicious activity to the Compliance Department, perform OFAC comparisons, and properly identify individuals in accordance with Branch Operations procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.