JOB DESCRIPTION:

Payments Specialist / Analyst-Operations-Settlement Services

SECTION/UNIT:

Payments Section-Settlement Administration Unit

SUMMARY:

Primarily responsible for the daily processing of incoming and outgoing wire transfers through MTS and to assist in overseeing the daily operation of the Payments Section. In this capacity, the operator is expected to ensure appropriate control over the processing of all transactions on the payment system (MTS) and ancillary deposit system (FLEXCUBE).

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Enter payments in deposit and payment systems.

• Enter transactions on FLEXCUBE, conduct FLEXCUBE Reconciliation.

• Repair incoming and enter outgoing CHIPS, Fed and SWIFT messages on MTS.

• Support daily operations on Fedline Advantage.

• Manage SWIFT Tracker MT103 status notifications using TCA (Transaction Confirmation Application)

• Support closing operations for CHIPS and Fedwire on MTS.

• Support closing operation for FLEXCUBE / GLCS.

• Monitor end of day proof, reconciliation and settlement processes, ensuring that any irregularities are documented and resolved and reported through appropriate channels.

• Submit daily and monthly transactional reports to management as needed.

• Participate in quarterly and/or mandatory CHIPS, Fedwire and SWIFT alliance testing.

• Assist with UAT for MTS as well as other ancillary systems. (WebRP-internal payment module, FLEXCUBE)

• Review and clear, or as necessary, escalate to Legal and Compliance for their further review, any Payments and SWIFTs stopped in the FircoSoft Sanctions filter.

• Review and update as necessary Internal Operation Procedures (IOPs) to ensure accurate and current.

EXCEPTIONAL DUTIES

• Assist in various tasks or projects as the need arises or when requested by the Unit Head/Section Head.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-3 years of experience in banking related field, preferably in payment processing.

• Sufficient working knowledge of Fedwire, CHIPS and SWIFT.

• Must have good PC skills.

• Must have good communication skills.

• Must be able to work flexible hours.

The expected base salary ranges from $52,000 - $80,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Mizuho has in place a remote working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Mizuho Americas is a leading financial institution comprising several legal entities, which together offer clients corporate and investment banking, financing, securities, treasury services, asset management, research and more. Mizuho’s operations in the Americas connect a broad client base of major corporations, financial institutions and public sector groups to local markets and a vast global network. Mizuho Americas is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG), which is comprised of offices in nearly 40 countries, approximately 60,000 employees, and assets of more than USD 1.8 trillion. Learn more at mizuhoamericas.com.

Mizuho Bank Ltd. offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

We are a leading global bank, with one of the largest customer bases in Japan, and a global network of financial and business centers. We continue to pride ourselves on our "customer first" principle as a centerpiece in servicing both our individual and corporate customers, with the goal of becoming their most trusted bank.