Payment Processing Assistant / Clearing Clerk / Banking Desk Helper

Role overview

Key responsibilities

• Process and record payment requests according to approved procedures.
• Review transaction details and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain records of payments, transfers, clearing activities, and transaction references.
• Support reconciliation by comparing records and identifying discrepancies.
• Monitor pending transactions and follow up on delayed, incomplete, or rejected payments.
• Coordinate with finance teams, banks, and stakeholders to clarify transaction issues.
• Update payment tracking systems, spreadsheets, and operational reports.
• Prepare transaction summaries and routine financial documentation.
• Follow authorization procedures, internal controls, and applicable compliance requirements.
• Protect sensitive financial and customer information; escalate unusual transactions, errors, or control concerns.
• Identify opportunities to improve payment workflows, recordkeeping, and processing efficiency.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in payment processing, banking operations, financial administration, reconciliation, or a related field is preferred.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Business Administration, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Understanding of payment workflows, transaction documentation, reconciliation, and financial recordkeeping.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies in transaction data.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets, office applications, and digital financial administration systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; ability to organize requests, manage deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
• High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and compliance awareness.
• Familiarity with banking systems, payment platforms, or clearing procedures is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with remote teams.
• Professional certifications are advantageous but not mandatory.

Work arrangement

• The description specifies part-time and fully remote work.

What the employer offers

• Flexible, part-time, fully remote working arrangements.
• Opportunities to develop expertise in payment operations and financial administration.
• Collaboration with an internationally focused team in a workplace that values accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.