Wire Transfer Specialist

Parkside Financial Bank & Trust • Clayton, MO

3h

About The Position

Parkside Financial Bank & Trust is seeking a highly motivated Wire Transfer Specialist to join their growing Bank Operations team. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented person who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The Wire Transfer Specialist must effectively communicate regularly with internal stakeholders such as Client Services, Treasury Management, Loan and Trust/Family Operations, and Finance as well as external customers.

Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant banking experience required (including experience with wires and/or fraud detection or mitigation)
• High school degree or equivalent required
• Knowledge of core banking systems
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Able to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines
• Able to work both independently and as an integral part of a team
• Quickly and proficiently comprehend new information
• A thorough understanding of all policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to the job
• Willingness to learn and contribute to company’s financial growth and profitability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Stable under pressure or stress
• Willingness to learn and contribute to the company’s financial growth and profitability

Nice To Haves

• associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• proficiency with Jack Henry a plus

Responsibilities

• Process domestic and international wire payments as well as drawdown requests accurately and efficiently
• Perform outbound funds transfer verification to minimize fraud risk
• Collaborate proactively with their team to achieve shared goals in meeting department Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Perform risk exception analytics by referencing multiple internal applications to assess bank risk tolerances
• Monitor inbound/outbound suspicious payment activity according to federal regulations (BSA/AML) and associated procedures; escalate specific questions related to risk, compliance, or loss to the appropriate area
• Assist periodically with the testing and implementation of new applications, enhancements, conversions and/or acquisitions
• Daily Reconciliation of internal accounts to the general ledger
• Proactively seek ways to improve efficiency and propose ideas regarding operational procedures/methods, recommending changes for improvements with an emphasis on automation and efficiency.
• Understand and comply with bank policies, laws, regulations, and the bank's BSA/AML Program, as applicable to job duties. This includes, but is not limited to, completing compliance training, adhering to internal procedures and controls, reporting any known violations of compliance policies, laws, or regulations, and reporting any suspicious customer and/or account activity.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) Plan + Employer Match
• Employee Stock Options
• Paid 4 Week Sabbatical Program, including $5,000 for travel, with every 5 years of employment
• 12-week Paid Maternity Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee charitable giving support
• Company paid parking & more!

What This Job Offers

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