Job Description
Job Description
About SRS Acquiom
SRS Acquiom has built its reputation on shaking up the financial services technology world by redefining how complex M&A and loan agency transactions get done. Since 2007, we've been the partner dealmakers rely on for speed, precision, and less friction -supporting over 10,000 deals worth more than $1.7 trillion along the way.
Our solutions start with human expertise and are powered by technology: virtual data rooms, document solicitation, escrow and payment administration, shareholder representation, and independent loan‑agency services like administrative and collateral agent support. Each service works seamlessly on its own, but when brought together by our expert team, they form an end‑to‑end system that helps even the most complex deals cross the finish line.
We're equally committed to building careers as we are to building solutions. At SRS Acquiom, internal mobility isn't just a buzzword, it's part of how we grow. We invest in our people, creating opportunities to learn, stretch, and step into new roles as the business evolves.
If you're looking for a company with entrepreneurial energy, a proven record of growth and innovation, and a culture that supports your next career move, we'd love to talk.
A few benefits our employees enjoy
- Day‑one coverage: medical, dental, and vision plans so you're protected from the start
- A 401(k) with a 4% company match to keep your future on track
Discretionary time off - take the time you need, when you need it - Employer‑paid life insurance, with the option to add extra coverage for peace of mind
- Employee Assistance Programs for confidential support when life gets complicated
- Discounted pet insurance (because furry family members count, too)
- A fitness credit to back your health and wellness goals
- Pre‑tax plans for dependent care, transportation, and flexible spending
Position Summary
The Payments Manager is responsible for the functions required to successfully complete shareholder payments on a daily basis. They oversee a team with a diverse range of responsibilities, including, but not limited to, shareholder communication, review and approval of shareholder deliverables, payment processing, and reconciliation functions. The payments manager takes the lead on transfer processing, ensuring that the system of record is properly maintained and that documentation complies with deal requirements. The ideal candidate will be discerning and possess a high degree of attention to detail when evaluating documents to prevent fraud and maintain high payment success rates. They are critical to keeping payment reviews moving forward throughout the day, ensuring SLAs are met, and payment deadlines are adhered to. Upon completion of licensing, the Payments Manager also has the authority to deliver payment files to the bank.
The successful candidate for this position demonstrates a hands-on, self-motivated, confident, and intelligent approach to teamwork, carrying a strong work ethic and leadership skills. They exhibit exemplary organizational skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. They possess a proven track record of creating and implementing innovative solutions and have experience in interviewing, hiring, and training a qualified team. Candidates should also possess exceptional communication skills, as cross-team and external communication is crucial to this role. A Series 99 FINRA license is required for this position, or the ability to procure within the first year from the date of hire.
This position can be hybrid-based in Denver, CO, or can be fully remote; however, if the candidate is located in the Denver area, there will be a requirement to come into the Denver office approximately once a month to oversee the mail processing that this position's subordinates are responsible for, to confirm compliance with storing physical documentation.
The salary range for this position is between $95k and $105k, depending on experience level.
Primary Responsibilities
- Approves daily bank reconciliations, researches, and identifies breaks and properly stores copies in accordance with compliance standards
- Prepares deal-level monthly reconciliation reports for delivery to the Senior Director
- Defines, implements, and monitors controls for the various record review processes
- Ensures all records received are reviewed and meet the requirements in accordance with SLAs so that follow-up can be handled in a timely manner
- Acts as secondary review for clearance of previously identified deficiencies to approve for payment
- Reviews payment instructions for deal transaction expenses, approves complete instructions for payment or identifies deficiencies that require follow-up
- Facilitates the completion of transfers of interest
- Prepares and schedules completed system records for delivery and release into the banking systems according to payment method and bank system deadlines
- Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance customer experience, exceed SLAs, and improve efficiency
- Holds regular 1:1s with subordinates to discuss performance and career goals
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 1-3 years of operational management experience, including direct supervisory oversight, preferred.
- 1-3 years of Banking/Financial services experience preferred.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and/or training.
- Previous experience managing multiple tasks that require a high level of attention to detail in a busy office environment.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience using and training staff to use sophisticated CRM systems, such as NetSuite.
- FINRA-licensed Series 99 Operations Professional or the ability to procure within the first year from hire date.
Desired Characteristics
- Self-motivated
- Intellectually curious
- Collaborative
- Amiable
- Operates with the highest integrity and attention to detail
- Passionate about efficient, scalable business processes
- Strong attention to detail
Physical Requirements/Special Demands
- Availability to work a non-traditional work-week that may require more than 40 hours per week if needed
- Ability to work in an open office environment where noise may be a factor
- Ability to work under tight timelines
** We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship to move forward in the hiring process. **This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without advanced notice. With respect to its programs, services, activities, and employment practices, SRS Acquiom Inc. assesses qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected status. Requests for reasonable accommodation or the provision of auxiliary aids should be directed to Human Resources.