Settlement Analyst / Accounting Associate II
Location: Milwaukee, WI 53223
Schedule: Hybrid, Tues-Thurs onsite, Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM CT
Duration: 12-Month
Contract Level: Entry to Mid-Level
Job Summary
Responsible for performing a variety of settlement reconciliations, data compilation and analytics, preparation and
completion of balancing schedules, recording general ledger journal entries, providing operational support to
internal and external clients and other various analyses of settlement data and reports.
General Duties & Responsibilities
• Utilizes internal and external settlement systems and data to prepare and complete balancing schedules and
cash and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Utilizes settlement systems/data and bank-provided systems to prepare and record general ledger journal
entries
• Monitors and/or processes payments and payment files in conjunction with settlement procedures and policies.
• Analyzes and researches variances; provides logical/concise explanations for variances and/or fluctuations in a
timely manner
• Works with internal and/or external clients and service providers to resolve out of balance conditions, funds
movement errors and/or transaction processing inquiries
• Other related duties assigned as needed.
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.
General Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Knowledge of cash management, financial analysis, account reconciliation and balancing processes
• Knowledge of banking and transaction processing (i.e. ACH, wire, debit and credit card processing) including
concepts and principles – demonstrates industry and technical capability
• Understands basic accounting concepts
• Ability to analyze data, explain results and demonstrates good business judgement
• Proficient in the use of basic office equipment and tools as well as applications specific to settlement
systems/processes
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with other accounting software packages
(e.g. Oracle)
• Attention to detail, accuracy; ability to maintain confidentiality – demonstrates risk awareness and compliance
• Ability to multi-task in an organized manner, adjust schedules and prioritize as needed to meet firm deadlines in
a fast-paced environment
• Communicates ideas both verbally and in written form effectively and in a professional manner
• Demonstrates the ability to collaborate, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with employees, clients, and public
• Takes initiative, is proactive and seeks opportunities to innovate
• Dedicated to continuous learning and self-development
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