Wire Transfer Specialist: Compliance, Fraud & Risk Ops

United Community Bank; Blairsville (Indiana County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

United Community Bank is seeking a Wire Transfer Specialist to manage the accuracy, security, and compliance of wire transfer operations. This on-site role in Blairsville, GA supports internal teams and customers by overseeing wire transactions and ensuring adherence to BSA/AML requirements.

Responsibilities include processing domestic and international wires, reviewing agreements, and maintaining records. Strong attention to detail and solid communication are essential for timely, compliant

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a financial institution or related field preferred.
• High school diploma required; Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely wire transfer service while maintaining customer relationships.
• Monitor wire queues and record general ledger entries and electronic records.
• Ensure all wire activity complies with federal, state, and institutional regulations, including BSA/AML requirements.
• Originate, verify, and correct domestic and international wire transfers.
• Review wire agreements and conduct call-back verifications.
• Provide foreign exchange rates to branch locations.
• Balance wire outages and reconcile clearing ledgers with Fed data.
• Maintain SWIFT payment tracker and manage wire recall processes.
• Submit SAR referrals and coordinate with BSA/SAR Manager on suspicious activity.

Skills

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

United Community Bank is seeking a Wire Transfer Specialist to manage the accuracy, security, and compliance of wire transfer operations. This on-site role in Blairsville, GA supports internal teams and customers by overseeing wire transactions and ensuring adherence to BSA/AML requirements.

Responsibilities include processing domestic and international wires, reviewing agreements, and maintaining records. Strong attention to detail and solid communication are essential for timely, compliant