Payment Specialist

Wolverine State Credit Union; Alpena Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Paid Bereavement Leave

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – 0

Life Insurance

Disability (Short/Long Term)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Wellness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

AFLAC

Longevity Bonus

Job summary

Wolverine State Credit Union in Michigan is seeking a Payment Specialist to manage daily payment processing, accounting, and card services. You will balance transactions, maintain records, and assist members with payment questions in a compliant environment.

The role includes processing ACH, wires, card transactions, fraud handling, and ledger reconciliations while ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of credit union or banking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process ACH activity, including exceptions, settlements, and inquiries.
• Process and support ACH origination activities.
• Process check returns, NSF, settlements, and related adjustments.
• Review and post settlement and ledger entries and account adjustments.
• Process wires, maintain logs, and complete OFAC requirements.
• Process accounts payable and corporate Visa transactions.
• Balance general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Review RDC enrollments and related adjustments.
• Process ATM, debit, and Visa card requests and maintain card inventory.
• Troubleshoot ATM/debit/Visa issues and assist with payments questions.
• Process card fraud and disputes including chargebacks and representments.
• Complete processing, tracking, and reporting for ACH, wires, checks and fraud cases.
• Process ATM check deposit files and adjustments.
• Maintain card programs incl. rewards, gift cards, and notifications.
• Perform off-site ATM servicing as assigned.
• Complete BSA assessments and related responsibilities.
• Maintain reports, logs and documentation accurately.
• Stay updated on regulations and CU policies.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or specialized training in accounting, business, finance, or related field

Job description

About this Position:

The Payment Specialist is responsible for the daily payment, accounting, and card service operations of Wolverine State Credit Union. This position processes and balances a variety of financial transactions, maintains accurate records and reports, administers debit and credit card services, and assists members and staff with payment-related questions and issues.The Payment Specialist ensures daily functions are completed timely and accurately and in accordance with Credit Union policies, procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations.

What You'll Do:

• Process ACH activity, including exceptions, settlements, WSUDs, stop payments, general ledger entries, and related member and staff inquiries.
• Process and support ACH origination activities in accordance with established procedures and controls.
• Process check returns, NSF exceptions, settlements, and related adjustments.
• Review, process and post CO-OP, FIS, Visa, and other applicable settlement and general ledger entries and account adjustments.
• Process incoming and outgoing wires, maintain required logs, and complete OFAC requirements.
• Process accounts payable and corporate Visa transactions.
• Balance assigned general ledger accounts and research and correct discrepancies as necessary.
• Review and process RDC enrollments, check reviews, exceptions, and related adjustments.
• Process ATM, debit, and Visa card requests and maintain applicable card inventory.
• Troubleshoot ATM, debit, and Visa transaction issues and assist members and staff with card and payment-related questions.
• Review and process card fraud and disputes, including member contact, compromised card replacement, conditional credits, chargebacks, representments, account adjustments, and related documentation.
• Complete required processing, tracking, documentation, and related reporting for ACH, wire, check and suspected fraud cases.
• Process ATM check deposit files and applicable adjustments.
• Maintain card-related programs and services, including rewards, gift cards, travel notifications, and card compromise notifications.
• Perform off-site ATM servicing and related functions as assigned.
• Complete assigned BSA assessments, monitoring, due diligence documentation, and other BSA-related responsibilities.
• Complete and maintain required reports, records, logs, and supporting documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable regulations, Credit Union policies, procedures, products, and payment systems.
• Other duties as needed/assigned

What you Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree or specialized training in accounting, business, finance, or a related field, along with two years of credit union or banking experience, preferred.

Benefits:

• Weekly Pay
• Paid Vacation – Available after 90 days of employment
• Paid Sick Time – Available after 90 days of employment
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Employees AND eligible dependents pay ZERO premiums! Coverage is effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – After 90 days, WSCU provides a matching contribution of up to 1% when you contribute to the plan. After one year of employment, WSCU contributes an additional 8% of your gross wages.
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement – Available after one year of employment
• AFLAC
• Longevity Bonus

Benefit eligibility and coverage are subject to applicable plan terms and WSCU policies.

About Us:

Michigan is the Wolverine State. Wolverines are known for their strength despite their size. Wolverine State Credit Union fiercely protects the financial future of members, despite size.

Our Mission:

We are trusted and innovative financial partner, empowering individuals and businesses to achieve their financial goals while strengthening our communities.