Global Payments Specialist II - Wire M-F 9am-6pm

Fifth Third Bank; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank seeks a Global Payments Specialist II to process high-dollar wire activity, both domestic and international, and to support real-time payments. The role emphasizes risk-aware processing, adherence to federal regulations, and collaboration with commercial clients.

The position operates in Cincinnati, OH, with M-F daytime hours; candidates should have 2–3 years banking experience and strong analytical, communication, and multitasking abilities.

Qualifications

• Annual background and credit check.
• High School diploma or its equivalent.
• Two to three years banking experience, preferably in Global Payments.
• Proficient with Windows, Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Processes international and domestic inbound/outbound wire payments via internal networks and customer calls.
• Processes real-time payments and resolves exceptions and inquiries.
• Monitors wire activity for fraud/AML per federal regulations and escalates as needed.
• Researches issues and performs system-related reconciliations and research requests.
• Collaborates with internal teams to support high-value wire processing and compliance requirements.

Skills

High accuracy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Risk awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Make banking a Fifth Third better®

We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank.

Make banking a Fifth Third better®

We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank.

Position not available for immigration sponsorship.

GENERAL FUNCTION

Under general supervision, performs critical monitoring, processing and support functions for high risk payment applications with essential duties and responsibilities including processing of incoming and outgoing high dollar, time sensitive, wire transfer activity via the Fedwire and CHIPS networks; as well as real-time payments via The Clearing House’s Real-Time Payments network.

Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Processes international and domestic inbound/outbound wire payments via internal payment origination networks and/or incoming customer calls including customer authentication via security PIN #s and payment special instructions.
• Process domestic inbound/outbound real-time payments and troubleshoot exceptions and customer inquiries.
• Monitors inbound/outbound fraud related/anti-money laundering payment activity according to federal regulations and associated procedures accurately and in a timely manner; escalating to Bank Compliance/management as needed.
• Troubleshoot file/batch exceptions that result from customer driven electronic transmission failures via direct customer or internal sales relationship manager consult; execute systemic clearance or deletion activities based on research and follow up.
• Effectively route international USD wire payments as instructed by client to third party international clearing banks.
• Provides call support and service for commercial based clients in need of high value based wire payment transaction processing.
• Perform general analytics and execution of defined payment related credit risk exceptions by referencing multiple internal applications to assess associated bank driven risk tolerances (i.e. acct balance, established credit limits, bank exposure amount, past historical activity).
• Execute on governmental mandated payment remittances in accordance with specific federal regulations.
• Responsible for all facets of line of business compliance program to ensure full compliance with state and federal laws, rules and regulations (i.e. E, FFIEC, etc).
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with internal sales and support teams and other internal and external customers.
• Initiates payment related research requests via centralized problem resolution tracking system.
• Handles any routine inquires and confirmations for internal sales support and/or external direct support.
• Utilizes multiple servicing systems for research and processing (i.e. Mobius, MTS, CRM, ACE, SWIFT, EDI, FTD).
• Performs outbound funds transfer verification for fraud risk and/or customer special instructions.
• Assists with the planning, testing and implementation of new applications, enhancements, conversions and/or acquisitions.
• Processes all daily work according to department procedures and bank policies.
• Review operational procedures/methods, recommending changes for improvements with an emphasis on automation and efficiency.
• Escalates large dollar/high value customer specific system and servicing issues as appropriate.
• Demonstrate the ability to work efficiently with a low margin of error.
• Collaborates proactively/effectively with team to achieve shared goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• HIGH RISK AREA. Requires annual background and credit check.
• High School diploma or its equivalent.
• Two (2) to three (3) years prior banking experience, preferably in Global Payments
• PC skills including familiarity with Windows, Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to function in a fast paced environment.
• Must have very good mathematical skills.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive customer issues.
• Multi-task oriented.
• Commitment to teamwork.
• Proficiency with 10-key required.
• Ability to research, recognize and solve problems.
• Ability to handle fluctuating volumes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Global Payments Specialist II - Wire M-F 9am-6pm

At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.

The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location.

Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.

LOCATION -- Cincinnati, Ohio 45227

Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.

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