Deposit Operations Analyst

BankTalent HQ
Commesurate with Experience
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Northbrook
Aug 22, 2025
Job Details Job Location: Northbrook - NORTHBROOK, IL Position Type: Regular Full-Time Salary Range: $47000.00 - $56500.00 Salary Job Category: Staff Description This position reports to VP/Deposit Operations and Wire Department Manager. Basic Function Work with the Deposit Operations Team to complete a wide variety of assigned deposit related functions accurately and in compliance with established policies and procedures. Essential Duties Exception Processing Responsible for monitoring, researching, and processing a variety of exception items daily such as, but not limited to: Non-post Stop payment Overdraft Positive Pay Incoming and outgoing return items, including check, ACH and card services Reclamation and death notice entry Prenotification and notification of change Wire Transfer Processing Perform daily wire transfer functions such as, but not limited to: Monitoring wire transfer email End of day closing functions including posting verification and balancing Wire call backs Input, verify, and releasing outgoing wire transfers and releasing incoming wires in accordance with policy and procedure. Client Services Maintains outstanding internal and external Client service relations through courteous and responsive support Assist other departments, as needed, by providing counsel and information as it relates to the Deposit Operations' policies and functions Direct internal and external Clients to the appropriate personnel to resolve more complex questions or problems Provide requested research and documentation for internal and external Client requests Process routine daily functions such as: Complete daily internal client requests received via e-mail in a timely manner such as, but not limited to change of address, account transfers, stop payments, account research, sweep transfers, ACH transfers, transaction & client corrections, etc. Monitor dormant accounts and assist with filing annual escheatment in accordance with the State of Illinois Prepare reconciliations for assigned general ledgers and other internal accounts such as, but not limited to: ATM control and settlement, official checks, ACH settlement, ICS and CDARS, federal withholding, in process, etc. Issue and balance check files Review and approve mobile & merchant deposit review exceptions Legal requests such as: levies, garnishments, subpoena for records, etc. Chex Systems maintenance and reporting Fraudulent claim processing Nonessential Duties Other duties as assigned Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities A working understanding and application of all policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to Deposit Operations Ability to operate in a team environment to accomplish shared goals Ability to multi-task and effectively manage time Ability to perform tasks quickly and accurately Detail orientated Good mathematical and problem-solving skills Tact and diplomacy in dealing with both clients and employees Good communication skills and pleasant telephone manner Proficient computer skills Training & Experience High school diploma or GED Microsoft proficiency Three years of banking experience preferred One year of deposit operations experience preferred Experience with various Fiserv applications helpful Compensation Expected Salary Range: $47,000 - $56,500 Salary will be negotiated based on relevant skills and experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Benefits First Bank Chicago offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance; 401(k); paid time off (PTO); and eligibility for an annual bonus. For a complete listing of benefits, please visit our website: https://firstbankchicago.com/Employee-Benefits . First Bank Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran Crain's Chicago Best Places to Work 2018 I 2019 I 2020 I 2021 I 2022 I 2023 I 2024