Operations Analyst – Back Office Operations

Operations Analyst – Back Office Operations

Location: Brea, CA 92821 (Onsite)

Pay Rate: $25.00 – $30.00/hr W2

Contract Duration: 6 Months (with strong potential for extension / multi-role expansion)

Start Date: ASAP / Immediate

Employment Type: Direct W2 Only (No C2C, Corp-to-Corp, 3rd Parties, or Agency Referrals)

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Operations Analyst to support core back-office operations for a premier commercial banking institution in Brea, CA. In this role, you will perform a wide range of essential operational and accounting functions, including ACH processing, account reconciliations, exceptions handling, tax reporting, and regulatory compliance support.

This is a key position within central bank operations, perfect for an experienced banking operations professional or financial analyst skilled in processing daily transactions and maintaining accurate ledgers.

Key Responsibilities

• ACH & Payment Processing: Handle ACH processing, returns, adjustments, encoding errors, and chargebacks; perform large item check reviews ($5,000+) and EARNS notifications.

• Account Reconciliation & GLs: Reconcile RITS / Official Check balancing, process activity on controlled accounts, execute General Ledger (GL) certifications, and manage Lockbox deposits.

• Compliance & Tax Reporting: Support IRS backup withholding, year-end tax reporting, annual state escheatment, dormant account management, Reg CC hold reviews, and processing of levies and subpoenas.

• Specialized Banking Services: Manage telephone transfers, stop payments, name/account maintenance, IRA/retirement account processing, and armored courier service setups.

• Vault & Cash Management: Order branch cash and reconcile bank cash vaults; support online banking and cash management service inquiries.

• Reporting & Auditing: Conduct department callbacks, report reviews, NSF reporting, non-posted items tracking, and complaint resolution.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 2–5+ years of hands-on experience in bank operations, central back-office processing, or financial services operations.

• Domain Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of banking products, ACH/payment clearing procedures, deposit operations, Reg CC, and regulatory compliance.

• Core Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills with high attention to detail.

• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-departmental coordination.

• Software/Tools: Proficient in core banking platforms, GL accounting software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).

• Eligibility & Logistics: Must be local to Brea, CA, able to work 100% onsite, and eligible to work on a direct W2 basis without employer sponsorship.

Important Hiring Notes

• Direct W2 Applicants Only: We cannot work with Corp-to-Corp (C2C), 1099 contractors, sub-vendors, third-party staffing agencies, or agency referrals for this position.

How to Apply

If you meet the qualifications and are available for an immediate onsite start in Brea, CA, please submit your updated resume for consideration.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.