EBT Settlement and Reconciliation Associate

Job Title: EBT Settlement and Reconciliation Associate Location: Continental US, Remote Pay Rate: $22-$25 per hour, DOE  Employment Type: Full time Shift Information: M-F 7am-5pm CST (8 hour shift)   Job Summary:  The Settlement & Reconciliation Associate is responsible for performing daily settlement activities, bank account reconciliations, ACH and wire payment verification, funding validation, exception research, and financial balancing functions. The ideal candidate possesses strong accounting knowledge, understands debits and credits, has experience with payment processing and banking operations, and demonstrates advanced analytical and Excel skills. Experience with ACH transactions, wire transfers, bank reconciliations, and financial operations is highly preferred.   Key Responsibilities:  Ability to meet strict daily deadlines  Strong written and verbal communication skills  Ability to work independently and within a team  Comfortable handling sensitive financial information Research and resolve out-of-balance conditions  Verify daily funding and settlement activity  Understand settlement account activity and cash movement  Match transactions between system reports, ACH files, and bank statements Detail-oriented approach to work, assignments, etc. Ability to analyze large volumes of transaction data  Critical thinking and problem-solving skills  Ability to identify trends and root causes Ensures accuracy and completeness of data   Required Qualifications:  Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred  or HS Diploma/GED with Equivalent work experience in banking, treasury, payments, or accounting may be accepted Microsoft Word -Intermediate required 2-5 years of experience in the following: Bank reconciliations, settlement operations, payment processing, cash management and accounting support functions    Preferred Qualifications:  Experience in back-office work in a bank, highly desirable Experience in payment services / Government Payments / Prepaid Cards / Banking / ACH files is highly desirable Experience with ACH, wire transfers, returns, adjustments, and exceptions preferred   Microsoft Excel - Intermediate to Advanced required experience with VLOOKUP’s, Pivot tables, SUMIFS, Data validation and reconciliation techniques and ability to work large datasets General accounting knowledge and expertise. Understand the accounting impact of Credits, debits, ACH transactions, wire transfers and returned payments   What We Offer:  Competitive hourly pay  Benefits from day one (medical, dental, vision) for eligible roles  Paid time off and holidays  Paid training  Supportive and inclusive work environment    Apply now and make an impact from day one    Pay Transparency:  Pay Transparency Laws in some locations require disclosure of compensation and/or benefits-related information. For this position, actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. In addition to base pay, this position, based on business need, may be eligible for a bonus or incentive. In addition, Conduent provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage, voluntary dental and vision programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) or vacation and/or sick time. The estimated hourly rate for this role is $22-25 per hour which may be below your state's minimum wage. Please take this into consideration when applying.    #Remote44  Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day. Conduent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity, gender expression, sex/gender, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law. For US applicants: People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply for or compete for employment with Conduent may request such accommodation(s) by submitting their request through this form that must be downloaded:  click here to access or download the form [https://downloads.conduent.com/content/usa/en/file/conduent-applicant-adaaa-referral-form.pdf].  Complete the form and then email it as an attachment to FTADAAA@conduent.com [FTADAAA@conduent.com]. You may also click here to access Conduent's ADAAA Accommodation Policy [http://downloads.conduent.com/content/usa/en/document/cdt_adaaa_accommodation_pol.pdf].