Compliance Servicing Specialist

Ascensus; Baxter (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascensus is seeking a Compliance Servicing Specialist to provide front-line call center and operational support for IRA, ESA and HSA compliance issues. You will assist financial institutions and Ascensus staff, develop proficiency in IRS rules, and promote Ascensus products where appropriate.

Extensive training is provided to help you master compliance processes and data handling. The role requires strong written and verbal communication, prior call center experience, and proficiency with Word,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or related work experience.
• Previous call center experience preferred.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge of financial services industry, especially credit unions/banks.

Responsibilities

• Answer inbound calls to provide compliance and operational assistance for IRA, HSA, ESA and other account types.
• Process death claims and related forms for deceased account owners.
• Identify cross-sell opportunities for Ascensus products.
• Protect confidential data and ensure proper handling and security of information.

Skills

Call center experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Ascensus is the leading independent technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, providing products and expertise that help nearly 16 million people save for a better today and tomorrow.

Section 1: Position Summary

The Compliance Servicing Specialist position is primarily responsible for providing front-line call center and operational process support to financial institutions such as credit unions, banks, and Ascensus staff. The nature of the support provided is typically on Individual Retirement Account (IRA), Coverdell Educational Savings Account (ESA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) compliance issues, regulations and operating procedures. This position requires that the specialist becomes proficient in their knowledge of complex compliance issues and the use of several operating systems. This position requires an in-depth knowledge of IRS rules and regulations and Ascensus operational processes. The specialist is also responsible to promote the expansion of Ascensus products in the marketplace where appropriate. Extensive training is provided up front and is intended to assist in the process of learning the role and strengthening the knowledge base of the candidate.

Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for protecting, securing, and proper handling of all confidential data held by Ascensus to ensure against unauthorized access, improper transmission, and/or unapproved disclosure of information that could result in harm to Ascensus or our clients.

• Our I-Client service philosophy and our Core Values of People Matter, Quality First and Integrity Always® should be visible in your actions on a day to day basis showing your support of our organizational culture.

• Answer inbound phone calls from our clients to provide compliance and operational assistance related to IRA, HSA, ESA and other account types as necessary.

• Process death claims and miscellaneous forms related to the death claim process for our client’s deceased IRA, HSA or ESA account owners.

• Take advantage of opportunities to identify and cross-sell other Ascensus products – Maintain basic knowledge of all products and services offered throughout Ascensus, and any new products introduced within the market place that would benefit our clients.

Compensation:

• 40k-45k

Section 3: Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or a trade-off in related work experience

• Previous experience in a call center environment preferred.

• Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

• Previous knowledge of financial services industry specifically related to financial organizations such as Credit Unions and Banks

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Demonstrated customer service skills

• Proven ability to use effective listening and problem solving skills

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer