Senior Items Processing Specialist

Overview

• The Senior Items Processing Specialist oversees daily workflows in the Items Processing Department, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in operations.
• Collaborates with the Items Processing Manager to delegate tasks and meet departmental goals effectively.
• Provides support to branches and departments, resolving queries related to items processing functions.
• Participates in project teams to implement new or updated products and programs.
• Ensures compliance with applicable regulations and maintains high standards of operational integrity.
• Contributes to cross-training initiatives to enhance team capabilities and knowledge sharing.
• Supports the development and revision of policies and procedures to align with industry standards.
• Handles reconciliation tasks, including general ledger and report reviews.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Process incoming and outgoing wire transfers, addressing exceptions such as OFAC matches and account restrictions.
• Review and submit check deposit image files, ensuring daily proof completion.
• Manage daily processing of Return Deposit Items (RDIs) and disposition positive pay exceptions.
• Assist branches and departments with items processing-related inquiries and issues.
• Prepare monthly department schedules, assigning tasks to team members effectively.
• Perform file maintenance and review, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
• Create and distribute reports for other departments as needed.
• Handle daily and monthly reconciliation of general ledgers and review Director reports.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of banking experience, preferably in items processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other advanced PC applications.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations related to job functions and compliance.
• Strong organizational skills to manage departmental schedules and tasks effectively.
• Ability to participate in cross-training and policy updates to enhance team efficiency.
• Experience in handling wire transfers, RDIs, and positive pay exceptions.
• Capability to create and analyze reports for departmental and organizational use.