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Electronic Payment Specialist I

First Source FCU
New Hartford, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of this position is to maintain and support day-to-day functions relating to account file transfers. Serve as the processor for electronic file transmissions including Automated Clearing House (ACH), Share Drafts, and Wires.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Maintain a general understanding of all areas related to ACH, Share Drafts, Batch Capture, Wires (Domestic and Foreign), and third-party payment processing.
  • Process both incoming and outgoing wires, ensuring adherence to all regulations and credit union policies and procedures.
  • Process bank-to-bank transfers by sending files through the ACH network.
  • Assist with processing and supporting files sent through ACH, ensuring all regulations and NACHA standards are met. 
  • Assist in the ACH process including file processing, stop payments, revocations, returns, and adjustments. 
  • Process share draft files.
  • Process exceptions received through our third-party payment processing service, ensuring all required time frames are met.
  • Assist with processing and supporting stop payments, disputes, and revocations for ACH transactions, and address issues/questions as they arise. Escalate issues/questions as needed to the Electronic Payments Specialist III. 
  • Assist in testing and implementation of process changes relating to file processing.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining procedures for ACH, Share Drafts, Batch Capture, Wires (Domestic and Foreign), and third-party payment processing.
  • Assist with investigating and processing claims of fraud with ACH, Wires, Checks/Drafts, and third-party payment processing.
  • Ensure adherence to NCUA, federal, and state regulations and guidelines pertaining to electronic payments as well as Credit Union policies and procedures. 
  • Ensure compliance with federally regulated disclosure requirements.
  • Work on special projects as assigned. 
  • Ensure superior service is delivered to both internal and external members by consistently exhibiting Universal Behaviors.
  • Required to participate in First Source Federal Credit Union events as well as designated Community events. 
  • Required to attend or participate in necessary compliance training, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy, OFAC, and Privacy.
  • Required to attend training sessions as appropriate. 
  • Required to travel as needed. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


UNIVERSAL BEHAVIORS

Knowledgeable and Experienced

  • I promise to take personal ownership for learning and using that knowledge to provide value to those that I serve by:
    • Looking for answers until I find them.
    • Seeking opportunities to learn from others.
    • Appreciating and respecting others’ views.
    • Acknowledging mistakes and learning from them.
    • Going out of my way to share my knowledge and experience.

Striving for Operational Consistencies

  • I promise to make it easy for you through consistency, efficiency, and accuracy by:
    • Doing it right the first time, being thorough and accurate.
    • Taking pride and ownership in my work
    • Making and keeping commitments.
    • Continuing to look for better ways to do things and challenging the status quo.

Rewarding Work Environment

  • I promise to show care, compassion, and respect toward everyone I interact with by:
    • Being approachable and accessible to others.
    • Creating a pleasant work environment for each other.
    • Always asking what more I can do.
    • Resolving differences promptly
    • Recognizing the contributions of others.
    • Embracing diversity in the workplace.

Committed to Member Service

  • I promise to deliver exceptional member service by:
    • Interacting with a natural and genuine friendliness.
    • Being courteous and respectful.
    • Creating a welcoming environment.
    • Exceeding your expectations.
    • Sharing the moment and finding common ground.

 

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • 1  years Credit Union/Banking Experience
  • Related Business Degree desired
  • Knowledge of Electronic Payment services as well as applicable regulations.
  • Effective and efficient oral and written communication skills
  • Effective analytical thinking and a strong attention to detail
  • Effective interpersonal/member relation skills
  • A professional appearance
  • Effective understanding and use of Microsoft Office (i.e., Outlook, Excel, Word)
  • General understanding of core system functionality within financial institution environment
  • Ability to perform well and keep up with responsibilities in a high volume, fast paced working environment
  • Ability to work in pressure situations and prioritize
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and Saturday’s
  • Self-reliance, willingness to take ownership and creatively find solutions

Salary : $17 - $25

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