Wire Services Specialist I

FHLBank•Topeka, KS

20h

About The Position

The Wire Services Specialist ensures the secure, accurate, and timely movement of funds for FHLBank. This role processes electronic transfers, assesses risk, resolves exceptions, and supports multiple operational departments while delivering strong member service. Key duties include account maintenance, ACH processing, intraday cash monitoring, high‑risk transaction approval, procedure upkeep, issue resolution, and monthly reporting for leadership. In This Role, You Will Process and verify outgoing wires, resolve exceptions, and ensure compliance with BSA/AML and FRB/FHLBank policies. Monitor and apply incoming wires, assess late transactions, and determine fee impacts. Support members with transactions, account setup, maintenance, and issue resolution. Manage ACH processing, returns, and reconciliation with the Federal Reserve. Review and approve high‑risk security transactions. Perform daily financial reconciliations and validate data accuracy. Identify process improvements and support cross‑training. Provide data and analysis for internal teams, auditors, and examiners. Prepare monthly executive reports using Power BI. Serve as backup to the cash desk and assist with system testing.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One to three years of related experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Access.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to accurately key and verify information while listening over the phone.
Ability to operate standard office equipment (computer, copier, phone).
Willingness and ability to work overtime when needed.

Nice To Haves

Six hours of college‑level accounting or finance coursework.
Background in banking, securities, or customer relations.
Knowledge of Federal Reserve Fedwire and ACH systems.

Responsibilities

Process and verify outgoing wires, resolve exceptions, and ensure compliance with BSA/AML and FRB/FHLBank policies.
Monitor and apply incoming wires, assess late transactions, and determine fee impacts.
Support members with transactions, account setup, maintenance, and issue resolution.
Manage ACH processing, returns, and reconciliation with the Federal Reserve.
Review and approve high‑risk security transactions.
Perform daily financial reconciliations and validate data accuracy.
Identify process improvements and support cross-training.
Provide data and analysis for internal teams, auditors, and examiners.
Prepare monthly executive reports using Power BI.
Serve as backup to the cash desk and assist with system testing.

Benefits

Bankwide incentive compensation program
401K retirement plan with competitive company match
Multiple health insurance offerings, including free telemedicine benefits
Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, volunteer and bereavement leave
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Voluntary life insurance
Incentive-based wellness program
Paid maternity and parent bonding leave
Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
Onsite fitness center with shower facilities and onsite yoga classes
Summer hours
Onsite café
Flexible Remote Workday | Business partners may work remote one day per week.
Access to Leadership | The executives of FHLBank Topeka welcome communication with business partners. Stop by and say "Hi." Send an email and expect a response. Or schedule a meeting to share your perspective.
Peer-to-Peer Recognition | Our recognition programs celebrate business partners practicing FHLBank Topeka values and those working above and beyond.
Professional Wins | FHLBank Topeka offers business partners kudos for continuing education through tuition reimbursement and certification rewards.