Trust Assistant

Who We Are

At Old Second, you're first! For more than 150 years, Old Second has consistently put businesses and individuals throughout the Chicago area first, and we're only getting started.

With great employees we've grown from a single location in the back of a general store to 50 locations and over $6 billion dollars in assets. At Old Second we embrace values that foster an environment of community and growth. Recently, we've been voted a Forbes Best-In-State Bank for Illinois by our customers. Be a part of something big as we continue our growth story together!

Position Overview

The Trust Administrative Assistant position is responsible for providing administrative support to one or more Trust Officers. Essential duties include assisting Trust clients with inquiries and service requests, opening and closing accounts on trust accounting system, preparing checks for trust expenses, preparing documents, forms, and committee reports as directed, maintaining accurate account records.

Essential Job Functions

• Collect information for customer meetings and prepare meeting books/materials.
• Respond to customer inquiries and service requests promptly including properly logging/reimbursing receipts, responding to balance inquiries, monitoring OD reports, and advising clients on options available within established trust guidelines.
• Manage the new account opening process to comply with tax and audit policies and regulations, which includes processing paperwork, opening accounts on the system, notifying all appropriate areas of new business, and setting up digital account folders.
• Process daily deposits and disbursements. Identify and resolve problems and discrepancies arising in account administration including referencing trust documents to determine proper course of action.
• Serve as project leader for tax preparation and compliance including sending proper documentation for each client to tax preparer, follow up on missing information, and sending completed tax documents to clients.
• IRA reporting and documentation process.
• Daily review of cash and transaction reports for liquidity and accuracy.
• Assist on preparation of court accountings as assigned.
• Preparation of asset transfer forms.
• Provide support to guardianship area.
  
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and two or more years of experience within banking, trust, or financial services; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  
  

Competencies

• Highly attentive and responsive to client service and team members.
• Ability to manage, categorize and reconcile detailed information with efficiency and accuracy.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to work in a team environment with attention to detail.
• Advanced computer aptitude (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat).
  
  
  

Preferred, But Not Required

• Moderate knowledge and understanding of trust administration, IRA concepts, guardianships, court processes, accounting procedures and tax laws as they apply to individuals and fiduciaries.
• Paralegal experience a plus.
  
  
  

Location Details:

This position requires the incumbent to work onsite, Aurora, IL and/or Oak Brook, IL offices, on a daily basis to perform the regular responsibilities of the role. (Must be available to work in the Aurora office at least twice per week.)

Compensation & Benefits

Base pay: $24.35 - $32.00/hour

Old Second is committed to fair and equitable pay practices. Pay is dependent upon the pay range and the incumbent’s knowledge, skills and experience.

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