Our client is seeking an experienced Payment Services Manager to lead payment operations and payment product management initiatives for a growing financial institution. This role will oversee the execution of payment strategies while ensuring secure, compliant, and efficient day-to-day operations across the organization’s payment ecosystem.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of operational leadership, product management experience, and strategic thinking to support payment modernization initiatives, operational excellence, and an exceptional customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
- Partner with senior leadership to execute payment strategy, roadmap initiatives, and operational priorities
- Lead and develop teams across payment operations and payment product management functions
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Align payment operations and product initiatives to support scalable, customer-focused solutions
Payment Product Management
- Oversee payment products and services from implementation through ongoing optimization and lifecycle management
- Manage vendor relationships, service performance, issue resolution, and contract alignment
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Digital, IT, Finance, Risk, Operations, and external partners to support successful delivery of initiatives
- Support enhancements, emerging payment technologies, and modernization efforts across the payment landscape
- Lead change management activities related to new products, enhancements, and process improvements
Payment Operations
- Oversee daily payment operations, including ACH, wires, checks, ATMs, bill pay, P2P/mobile payments, remote deposit capture, and instant payments
- Establish and monitor operational KPIs, service levels, processing accuracy, and reconciliation activities
- Utilize reporting and analytics to improve operational efficiency and decision-making
- Ensure audit readiness, policy alignment, compliance adherence, and issue remediation processes are maintained
- Support fraud prevention, operational controls, and regulatory compliance initiatives
Qualifications
- Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field preferred
- 7–10 years of progressive Payment Services experience within a financial institution
- Minimum 5 years of leadership or management experience within financial services
- Strong understanding of payment operations, payment products, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Experience managing ACH, wires, card services, bill pay, P2P, RDC, and digital payment platforms
- Knowledge of payment compliance regulations including BSA/AML, OFAC, and related operational controls
- Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Experience working cross-functionally in fast-paced financial services environments
- Accredited ACH Professional (AAP) certification preferred
Additional Information
- This role may require occasional after-hours support related to payment systems or network interruptions
- Opportunity to join a collaborative and growth-focused organization committed to operational excellence, innovation, and customer experience
- Hybrid and onsite flexibility may vary based on business needs
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary $100,000 – $125,000 based on experience
- Annual bonus eligibility based on performance
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and additional perks
Why choose Addison Group?
- Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
- Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Administrative job openings lead to potential permanent employment
- Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
- Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
- Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation
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