We are seeking a detail-oriented Banking Operations Specialist II to join a Reconciliation & Government Reporting team supporting day-to-day banking operations. This role will focus heavily on general ledger reconciliation, deposit account reconciliation, reporting, and banking operations.
The ideal candidate will have at least one year of retail banking experience, strong reconciliation and general ledger knowledge, and intermediate Excel skills. This position requires someone who is comfortable working with detailed financial information, following established procedures, and collaborating with team members on a daily basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Reconcile deposit bank accounts and general ledger accounts
- Prepare and review daily proofs and reconciliations in accordance with accounting and control policies
- Research and resolve discrepancies involving banking transactions and general ledger activity
- Support unclaimed property reporting and related banking processes
- Assist with year-end reporting and tax form corrections
- Support bank control changes and interface updates
- Process payments, tickets, online entries, and other banking transactions accurately
- Research routine customer, branch, and internal banking inquiries
- Enter transactions and ensure general ledger accounts remain properly balanced
- Maintain accurate documentation and records related to banking operations
- Follow established banking policies, procedures, controls, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with team members and management to resolve issues and complete daily operational activities
- Work independently while escalating more complex issues when appropriate
What You'll Do Day-to-Day
This role will have daily interaction with team members and management. During the first few weeks, the primary focus will be developing proficiency with general ledger reconciliation and learning the team's manual processes.
The position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work through financial information methodically while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
Required Qualifications
- At least 1 year of retail banking experience
- At least 1 year of general ledger and reconciliation experience
- Intermediate Excel skills, including the ability to navigate and work with spreadsheets and financial data
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with unclaimed property
- Knowledge of banking operations and financial principles
- Familiarity with banking regulations and internal controls
- Experience supporting year-end reporting or tax-related corrections
- Experience working with banking reconciliations and financial reporting
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will be someone who is:
- Detail-oriented and highly accurate
- Comfortable working with numbers and financial data
- Experienced with general ledger reconciliation
- Proficient in Excel
- Able to learn manual processes and operational procedures quickly
- Comfortable working independently while communicating effectively with the team
- Able to identify discrepancies and research issues through multiple sources
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.