Wire Transfer Specialist
About The Position
Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement. Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top-performing commercial bank with a strong foundation, an enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity. East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further. We are currently seeking a Wire Transfer Specialist. The Wire Transfer function provides funds transfer services for all Commercial & Retail customers within the US, Hong Kong & China. As an East West Bank employee, you will be part of a growing and stable organization that provides career path development opportunities while serving a growing and profitable market. This position performs high risk, high volume and large wire activities in a fast paced environment. Wire activities include reviewing and processing of Inbound and Outbound wire transfers, including validating the authenticity of wire requests received from clients through various channels within strict time frames. Accuracy and attention to details are critical to this position.
Requirements
- 10 key by touch, typing 40-50 WPM with high accuracy
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced, highly secured and measured production environment
- Strong attention to detail and PC proficient
- Excellent verbal (telephone) & written communication skills (email) to interact with branch & department personnel
- Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States.
- We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Fundtech’s PAYPlus USA preferred
Responsibilities
- Reviewing outgoing wire transfer forms to ensure validity of information provided
- Timely and accurate input and verification of outgoing wire transfers
- Payment exception processing and investigation processing
- OFAC review of incoming and outgoing wire transfers, which may include escalation to BSA/Compliance Department
- Reconcile wire requests to wire logs and supporting systems (FedLine, PAYplus USA or similar wire system & SWIFT) reports and balances to the wire clearing accounts and General Ledgers
- Understand and adhere to the Bank’s policies and procedures
- E-mail and telephone interaction with banking center personnel and internal departments to resolve payment transaction issues
- May perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
