Clearing Officer

Metrobank; Philippines; On-site; PHP 335,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrobank is seeking a Clearing Officer to manage outward and inward check processing in compliance with BSP, PCHC, and bank procedures. The role covers day and night operations including monitoring of machines and systems across nationwide branches.

Responsibilities include signature verification of loan documents, processing foreign currency denominated checks, and ensuring timely reporting and reconciliation. The position is based in the Philippines with a focus on operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Handles the accurate and timely processing and monitoring of outward checks based on set policies and regulations of the Bank, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and Philippine Clearing House Corporation (PCHC)
• Processing of outward checks from CCSD-Control & Reconciliation Department (CRD), CGSD, and CMSD (designated CMSUs)
• Updates account closed and payment stopped files from Host.
• Prepares Morning return honored checks reports and Historical reports of returned checks and specially handled checks.
• Ensures timely processing of inward returns
• Ensures timely generation of Return Check Advice
• Ensures the CICS related machines/applications/lines and other peripherals are working and updated.
• Provides support to branches in need and assume other functions that maybe assigned from time to time.

Job description

Here at Metrobank, we don't simply hire employees—we hone future leaders. We provide opportunities that enhance your skills and unlock your talents, helping you evolve into a well-rounded individual. We supply you with all the pieces you need to do your best work, unleashing your full potential to help you secure your future and lead a fulfilling career. And with Metrobank's strong heart for the community, you have the chance to give back and make worthwhile contributions to our nation's economic and social development.

With Metrobank, a meaningful life is within your reach!

Position Title: Clearing Officer

Job Summary

• Ensures the timely processing of outward and inward CICS data to and from PCHC and adherence to approved Bank procedures and policies including that of the BSP and PCHC. (MBTC & PSBank)
• Assume full responsibility in the performance of Outward Check Processing Section (Day & Night operation) that handles Morning Clearing return items of all Metrobank branches nationwide and other transaction related to clearing operations to include monitoring of the performance of machines/servers/lines and applications.
• Assumes full responsibility signature and technical verification of all inward checks of all Metrobank branches, plus those drawn against other units of the bank nationwide processed thru the Philippine Clearing House Corporation. Provides branches with information of checks requiring confirmation with the respective drawers.
• Responsible in the overall item-for-item balancing of checks received thru PCHC.
• Makes sure that inward files are uploaded to host computers and ALCO Reports are prepared accordingly.
• Signature Verification of transactional Loans Documents (PN/DS).
• Process all Foreign Currency Denominated Checks presented to Metrobank drawn within or outside the Philippines.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Handles the accurate and timely processing and monitoring of outward checks based on set policies and regulations of the Bank, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and Philippine Clearing House Corporation (PCHC)
• Processing of outward checks from CCSD-Control & Reconciliation Department (CRD), CGSD, and CMSD (designated CMSUs)
• Updates account closed and payment stopped files from Host.
• Prepares Morning return honored checks reports and Historical reports of returned checks and specially handled checks.
• Ensures timely processing of inward returns
• Ensures timely generation of Return Check Advice
• Ensures the CICS related machines/applications/lines and other peripherals are working and updated.
• Provides support to branches in need and assume other functions that maybe assigned from time to time.

Other Details:

Rank: Officer

Unit: Enterprise Services Sector / Operations Group / Check Clearing & Settlements Division / Check Processing Department