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Payment Operations Specialist

Clinton, MD · On-site

$55 - $85/hr

Payment Operations Specialist Administrative & Clerical Clinton , Maryland Aug 18, 2026 Choose 1st Choice -- we care about our people, offer great benefits, and create real opportunities to grow.

Triwill Group

Payment Operations Lead

Portland, OR · On-site

$135 - $168.70/hr

We're looking for a Payment Operations Lead to help build and scale the operational desks that support Mercury Bank's payment rails. You'll bring deep payments knowledge, strong team leadership, and ...

Triwill Group

Payment Operations Lead

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$135 - $168.70/hr

We're looking for a Payment Operations Lead to help build and scale the operational desks that support Mercury Bank's payment rails. You'll bring deep payments knowledge, strong team leadership, and ...

pla

Payment Operations Manager

Scottsbluff, NE

Payment Operations Manager Platte Valley Bank JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the oversight and daily operation of the Bank's payment systems, including ACH, wire transfers, digital payments, real-time ...

Mercury

Payment Operations Lead

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

We're looking for a Payment Operations Lead to help build and scale the operational desks that support Mercury Bank's payment rails. You'll bring deep payments knowledge, strong team leadership, and ...

Triwill Group

Payment Operations Lead

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$135 - $168.70/hr

We're looking for a Payment Operations Lead to help build and scale the operational desks that support Mercury Bank's payment rails. You'll bring deep payments knowledge, strong team leadership, and ...

Lumimeds

Payment Operations Specialist - US

Payment Operations Specialist Remote - LATAM About LumiMeds LumiMeds is a fast-growing U.S. telehealth company transforming access to weight management and metabolic healthcare. We are building ...

Socket.dev

Payment Operations Analyst

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

SUMMARY The Payment Operations Analyst supports the newly established Payment Operations function within CSH Business Operations as the client's e-commerce platform stands up in-house consumer ...

Bastion

Payment Operations Associate

New York, NY · On-site +1

$100K - $160K/yr

Overview We're hiring a Payment Operations Associate to sit at the center of daily money movement across Bastion's payments and stablecoin infrastructure. You'll own execution from week one, working ...

Point C

Manager, Payment Operations

OR · On-site +1

The Manager, Payment Operations is a finance-owned role responsible for leading all claims funding and check run operations across the Point C platform. This role sits within the Finance organization ...

TBK Bank, SSB

Payment Operations Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$65 - $85/hr

Execute and monitor daily payment operations across multiple channels (ACH, wires, cards, RTP, checks, etc.) * Validate and process payment instructions in accordance with internal policies and ...

Broadview FCU

Payment Operations Specialist

Albany, NY · On-site

Additionally, the Payment Operations Associate will support the other business units within Operations to ensure a high level of member service is achieved and maintained. Essential Job Functions ...

Broadview FCU

Payment Operations Specialist

Albany, NY · On-site

Additionally, the Payment Operations Associate will support the other business units within Operations to ensure a high level of member service is achieved and maintained. Essential Job Functions ...

TBK Bank, SSB

Payment Operations Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

Execute and monitor daily payment operations across multiple channels (ACH, wires, cards, RTP, checks, etc.) * Validate and process payment instructions in accordance with internal policies and ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for payment operations in the United States is $24.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a payment operations?

A Payment Operations job involves managing and optimizing the processes related to payments within a company. This includes handling transactions, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, resolving payment issues, and working with banks or payment processors. Professionals in this role help streamline payment workflows, reduce transaction risks, and enhance overall operational efficiency. It requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of payment systems and industry regulations.

What are some typical daily responsibilities in a payment operations role?

In a Payment Operations role, your daily tasks may involve processing incoming and outgoing payments, reconciling transactions, identifying and resolving discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. You’ll often work closely with finance, treasury, and customer service teams to address payment issues and support business objectives. The role requires maintaining up-to-date knowledge of payment systems and procedures, as well as supporting audits and internal controls. Attention to detail and efficiency are essential, as your efforts directly impact the accuracy and reliability of the company’s financial operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a payment operations position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Payment Operations, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in finance or accounting, often supported by a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with payment processing platforms (such as ACH, SWIFT, or SEPA), ERP systems, and regulatory compliance tools is highly valuable. Exceptional organizational abilities, problem-solving skills, and clear communication help you collaborate effectively and navigate complex transactions. These competencies are crucial for fraud prevention, accurate reconciliation, and ensuring smooth, compliant financial operations.

What do payment operations do?

Payment operations professionals manage and oversee the processing of financial transactions within a company, ensuring payments are completed accurately and efficiently. They handle tasks such as transaction reconciliation, fraud prevention, compliance with regulations, and maintaining payment systems, often using tools like payment processing software and data analysis skills.
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Infographic showing various Payment Operations job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,239 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Payment Operations Specialist

1st Choice &

Clinton, MD • On-site

$55 - $85/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

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Payment Operations Specialist
Administrative & Clerical Clinton , Maryland Aug 18, 2026

Choose 1st Choice — we care about our people, offer great benefits, and create real opportunities to grow. With 20+ years of nationwide staffing success, we're here to help you thrive. We’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.
Payment Operations Specialist

What does a successful Payment Operations Specialist do?
A successful Payment Operations Specialist at 1 st Choice is responsible for maintaining the Remittance Processing Pipeline to optimize BillPay payments delivery. This role involves performing critical tasks that support the accurate and efficient processing of payments for thousands of customers. The Specialist will be an expert in Bill Payment processing, solving complex problems, and providing remittance expertise to both internal and external business partners. This role requires a proactive, analytical problem solver with strong written and verbal communication skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
What you will do:
  • Maintain and optimize the Remittance Processing Pipeline for BillPay payments.
  • Implement new billers for electronic payments.
  • Participate in and occasionally lead meetings with billers, clients, and internal business partners to support remittance implementations and projects.
  • Update existing payment direction rules based on biller needs.
  • Utilize SQL queries to search databases and conduct research.
  • Research and analyze existing payment direction rules and consumer payment behavior to ensure optimal setup for electronic remittance and payment accuracy.
  • Analyze payment delivery methods and existing rules to drive higher electronic rates.
  • Respond to biller and internal partner inquiries related to payment remittance.
What you will need to have:
  • 1+ years of experience in customer or client service.
  • 1+ years of experience in managing and completing various work assignments in support of billers and payment processing.
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
  • Proficiency in SQL for database queries and research.
What would be great to have:
  • 1+ years of experience in banking or bill payment.
  • Knowledge of SQL, SSRS, SSAS, ODS, EDW, or other data collection and presentation applications.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel.
  • Four-year college degree or equivalent experience; business, mathematics, or statistics degree a plus.

How you will work:
  • This role is on-site Monday through Friday in Clinton, MD. Company considers in-person collaboration to be an essential part of this role as in-person office experiences help you with your overall onboarding experience and leads to stronger productivity.
  • This is a full-time, direct-hire position, and no contract options for unsolicited agency submissions will be considered.
  • All offers of employment are contingent on standard background checks. 1 st Choice and certain of its affiliated companies are federal, state, and/or local government contractors. Should this position support a Federal Government contract, now or in the future, the successful candidate will be subject to a background check conducted by the U.S. Government to determine eligibility and suitability for federal contract employment for public trust or sensitive positions. Positions that support state and/or local contracts also require additional background checks to determine eligibility and suitability.

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