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Foreign Exchange Payment Operations Specialist

$57.76k - $124.17k

UMB Bank

The Electronic Payments Operations team is responsible for the accurate, secure and timely execution of money movement in and out of the bank, including ACH, Wire Transfers and Instant Payments. The team ensures regulatory compliance, manages daily reconciliation and mitigates operational risks associated with payments. As the FX Payment Operations Specialist, you will have responsibility and oversight for post-trade currency transactions, ensuring accurate and timely settlement and compliance for UMB and our clients. This is a subset of the overall responsibilities which will include leading and participating in multiple projects & initiatives assigned by Bank Operations leadership. This role is hybrid (Mon through Thu on-site / Fri remote) for candidates in the Kansas City metropolitan area and open to qualified remote candidates outside of the Kansas City area. However, the remote location must be within the US. How you will spend your time Transaction Processing & Settlement Oversight of incoming and outgoing FX payments across multiple currencies and settlement systems Oversight of trade details that are entered into the bank’s operations system in alignment with front-office confirmations. Ensure timely settlement of FX spot, forward, swap, and option transactions. Reconciliation & Investigations Perform daily reconciliations of nostro/vostro accounts and investigate discrepancies. Resolve settlement failures, payment delays, and trade breaks in coordination with counterparties, custodians, and internal teams. Maintain accurate records for audit and regulatory purposes. Compliance & Risk Control Ensure adherence to internal risk controls, operational procedures, and anti-money laundering (AML) / sanctions screening requirements. Escalate unusual activity or potential fraud to compliance and management promptly. Support compliance with global regulatory reporting requirements. Client & Internal Support Provide operational support to corporate and institutional business partners & clients for FX transactions. Liaise with front-office traders, relationship managers, and treasury teams to ensure smooth trade execution. Address client inquiries regarding payment status, transaction charges, and settlement timelines. Prepare and present reports on foreign exchange activities for senior & executive management. Develop and maintain relationships with partner banks. Provide training and support to other team members on foreign exchange matters. Continuous Improvement Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce settlement risk. Lead and participate in testing and implementation of system upgrades or new payment platforms. Qualifications Strong understanding of international payment systems and SWIFT message formats (MT103, MT202, MT300, etc.) and global currency markets. Proficiency in FX trading platforms and financial software. Familiarity with FX products (spot, forward, swaps, options). Knowledge of AML, sanction screening, and regulatory requirements for cross-border transactions. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and banking operations systems. High attention to detail, strong problem‑solving skills, and ability to work under tight deadlines. Ability to utilize technical aptitude that allows for quick learning of company systems, platforms, and products. Strong customer service skills. Ability to work autonomously, escalating issues or problems as appropriate. Ability to recognize errors, issues, special requests, or inconsistencies in daily operations to solve or elevate to appropriate associate or manager. Bonus Points Accuracy and attention to detail in high-volume, high-value environments. Adaptability to changing regulatory, technological, and market environments. Ability to understand processes end to end and cross‑functional work with other operational units. Applicants must have legal authority to work in the United States. Work Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Deadline to Apply: June 30, 2026 Compensation Range $57,760.00 - $124,170.00 The posted compensation range on this listing represents UMB’s standard for this role, but the actual compensation may vary by geographic location, experience level, and other job‑related factors. In addition, this range does not encompass the full earning potential for this role. See the description of benefits included with this job posting for additional information. Benefits UMB offers competitive and varied benefits to eligible associates, such as Paid Time Off, a 401(k) matching program, annual incentive pay, paid holidays, a comprehensive company‑sponsored benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage, health savings, flexible spending, and dependent care accounts; adoption assistance; an employee assistance program; fitness reimbursement; tuition reimbursement; an associate wellbeing program; an associate emergency fund; and various associate banking benefits. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements vary. Equal Employment Opportunity UMB and its affiliates are committed to inclusion and diversity and provide employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an e‑mail to View email address on click.appcast.io to let us know the nature of your request. If you are a California resident, please visit our Privacy Notice for California Job Candidates ( to understand how we collect and use your personal information when you apply for employment with UMB. #J-18808-Ljbffr UMB Bank

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