A recognized financial services company in the Greater Chicago area is currently seeking a new ACH Specialist to join their team. Reporting to the Deposit Operations Manager, this position ensures exceptional service delivery to internal and external members of the banking institution.
About the Opportunity:
- Start Date: ASAP
- Assignment Length: 3 to 5 months
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 8:30am to 5pm
Responsibilities:
- Process and post ACH-related transactions, including exceptions, payroll, reclamations, direct payments, and Local 134 tasks
- Verify incoming/outgoing wires in compliance with OFAC and BSA regulations
- Handle WSUDs, stop payments, member adjustments, and Skip-a-Pay requests promptly
- Monitor the department inbox and respond to inquiries via email and phone
- Maintain security credentials for Fed Reserve and other platforms per policy
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 1+ year of experience with ACH Processing
- High School Diploma / GED
- Microsoft Excel proficient
- Solid analytical and mathematical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational abilities
Desired Skills:
- Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, and/or a related field
- NACHA Accredited ACH Professional (AAP) or equivalent certification
- Experience with wire transfers and share draft processing
- Prior training in fraud detection or ACH risk
- Familiarity with international ACH (IAT) and OFAC screening
- Solid knowledge of NACHA, Reg E/J, UCC Article 4A, OFAC, BSA/AML
