Associate I, Settlement Services Accounting
Job Description
CARDWORKS SERVICING ("CWS") IS ONE OF THE LARGEST PRIVATELY-HELD PROVIDER OF OUTSOURCING SERVICES FOR BANKCARD-RELATED PRODUCTS TO BANKS AND NON-BANK LENDERS IN NORTH AMERICA. CWS OFFERS MANAGEMENT EXPERTISE ACROSS THE CREDIT SPECTRUM AND SUPPORTS BOTH MASTERCARD AND VISA ACCOUNTS AS WELL AS A VARIETY OF PRIVATE LABEL DEBIT, CREDIT, STORED VALUE, AND CUSTOMER BANKCARDS.
This is an entry level role in Accounting/ Finance with an established Card Servicing company. This is an in-office role with a daylight work schedule. Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm.
As a Settlement Services Associate you will provide general accounting processes for our clients You will be responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciliations for general ledger suspense accounts and various reporting activates.
Essential Functions:
Prepares daily journal entries to the general ledger accounts
Ensures the settlement screens balance daily
Reconciles clients General Ledger accounts
Identifies discrepancies between figures calculated in a reconciliation
Participates on calls with clients and be able to discuss all reconciliation records effectively
Delivers report data to clients for their approval
Keeps manager apprised of status workloads and any potential or unusual developments
Responds to clients and client liaisons inquiries, as well as other departments
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) desired, preferably in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience
General accounting knowledge including debits, credits and general ledger balancing
Previous research and account reconciliation experience
1+ years of experience in credit, accounting, bookkeeping and or accounts payable
Summary of Qualifications:
Strong Windows based computer application skills
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to communicate well with others verbally and in writing
Ability to multi-task
Detail oriented
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. CARDWORKS WILL DO A THOROUGH BACKGROUND CHECK FOR ALL HIRES. THIS INCLUDES A REVIEW OF YOUR PERSONAL CREDIT HISTORY, DRUG TESTING, BACKGROUND CHECK, AND EMPLOYMENT/PERSONAL REFERENCES. A GOOD CREDIT HISTORY IS IMPORTANT.