Opening New Representative Payee Accounts

Note: Fiduciary accounts cannot be Savings Club accounts. 

Do not open an account or accept an application if you cannot form a reasonable belief that you know the true identity of the person seeking to open an account.

ALL legal documents required for Representative Payee accounts MUST be reviewed by Call me Direct (CMD) for approval before proceeding with opening or revising an account. 

Once documents are obtained, do the following:

  1. Scan and email all documents to _Call Me Direct to review.
  2. Call Me Direct reviews the documents and takes one of the following actions:
    • Approves the account opening or change
      • If the documents are approved, CMD completes a Document Review Coversheet and emails the associate opening/revising the account.  
      • The Document Review Coversheet from CMD MUST be imaged with account documents.
        • Note: MUST have account number written in the top right corner.
    • Denies the account opening or change.


To open a new Representative Payee account, do the following:

Beginning Process

  1. If the client is new to CCB, meet him or her in person.
  2. Ask the client to complete the Client Profile sheet. Once completed, review and discuss immediate and future needs and expectations.
  3. Place the Personal Account/Cross-Sell Information sheet facing the client. Ask the client to complete the bottom portion of the sheet, then assist the client in selecting the account that best meets his/her needs. (For more information see New Account Qualifying Questions.) 
  4. Explain the account benefits including minimum balance requirements and additional services available (Fiduciary Access to Debit Cards and Online Banking Services, Bounce Protection, Mobile Banking, Zelle, and Bank Direct services). 
    1. For product types, features, and benefits details, see the Product Knowledge Center.
    2. Cross-sell additional products and services to meet the client's needs using the Personal Account/Cross-Sell Information sheet.
  5. Discuss office locations, business hours, Instant Issue locationsITM Locations, and CCB history.
  6. Depending on the type of client, do one of the following:
  7. Carefully examine the identification for the expiration date, client’s date of birth, photograph, and signature of the client. Note: If the personal identification documentation is not provided, do not open the account. See Detecting Red Flags in ID Verification.
  8. Obtain the appropriate legal documentation for the corresponding fiduciary account type. NoteYou MUST provide the documentation to Call Me Direct for review and approval prior to opening a fiduciary account. 
    • See the Quick Reference Guide tab > Legal Documents.
  9. Query for existing personal CIF

    1. In Xperience > SilverLake >  CIF Menu > CIF Inquiry.
    2. Search by client TIN. 
    3. If you do not find an existing CIF, navigate to Building a Personal CIF.
    4. For each CIF found, click the client name or CIF. Note: Query the existing account and relationship CIF(s), and ensure the following information is up-to-date:  
      • Inquiry Identification Code -- required
      • Mailing address
      • IRS address
      • Phone number(s)
      • Email address
      • Primary and secondary identification information (for example: number, issue date, expiration date)
  10. In Xperience > SilverLake >  StreamLine Platform Menu > Create New Accounts.
  11. On the Inquiry/Website Selection page, determine if a ChexSystems inquiry is required.
    1. If an inquiry is required, check Inquire using ChexSystems.
  12. Click OK.
  13. Once the StreamLine New Account Entry page displays, continue by clicking the Representative Payee tab.

Build the Account

On the StreamLine New Account Entry page, do the following:

  1. In the Branch field, enter Branch number.
  2. From the Application drop-down menu, choose D - DDA.
  3. In the Platform Type field click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.pngfor product options.
    • Note: Representative Payee accounts are no eligible for the Level-Up and Evolve Account types.
  4. Select the product type and click OK.
  5. In the Account Number field click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png to populate an account number and click OK.
  6. The first CIF pulled into an account will always be the primary account holder. Be sure you double-check the relationship codes to ensure you are pulling in the correct person or entity.
    • Relationship Code Rep Payee - Single 

      • P - Primary (Ward)
      • V - Rep Payee (Representative Payee)

      Relationship Code Rep Payee - Multiple

      • P - Primary (Representative Payee)
      • W - Ward (Wards)

      Relationship Code Rep Payee - Business 

      • P - Primary (Business Entity)
      • W - Ward (Ward(s)) Note: Must be pulled into a relationship after primary signers. 
      • O - Officer or I - Influence (Signers) Note: Must be pulled into a relationship after ward signer.
  7. Enter the client's name (LAST name FIRST name), CIF #, or TIN and click OK
    • For single - enter the beneficiary / ward information
    • For multiple - enter the representative payee information 
    • For business - enter the business entity information
  8. Xperience displays Existing Customer found. Click to Select
  9. Click Select.
  10. Review the CIF information and update accordingly.
  11. If the client is using an alternate mailing address, make the appropriate selection and enter information accordingly. For more information see the Alternate Address tab under Address Changes.
  12. Click OK.
  13. Delete the client name in the Short name, CIF, or TIN number field.
  14. Enter the client's name (LAST name FIRST name).
    • For single - enter the representative payee information 
    • For multiple - enter the beneficiary / ward information
    • For business - enter the officer/influence (business) name
  15. Click OK.
  16. Click Display.
  17. Click Select.         
  18. In the Relationship Detailsection, click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png then Next Recordto choose one of the following based on account type:
    • Single

      1. Choose P Primary (Ward)
      2. Choose V REP PAYEE
      3. Click Select.
      4. Click OK.
      5. Relationship Code
        • P - Primary (Ward)
        • V - Rep Payee (Representatives Payee)
    • Multiple

      1. Choose P Primary (Rep. Payee)
      2. Choose W Wards
      3. Click Select.
      4. Click OK.
      5. Relationship Code    
        • P - Primary (Representative Payee)
        • W - Ward (Wards)
    • Business

      1. Choose P Primary (Business entity)
      2. Choose O OFFICER or I INFLUENCE (signers). Note: Must be pulled into relationship after primary. 
      3. Click Select.
      4. Click OK.
      5. Delete the client name in the Short name, CIF, or TIN number field. 
      6. In the Short name, CIF, or TIN number field, enter the ward name (LAST name FIRST name). 
      7. Click OK.
      8. Click Display.
      9. Click Select. 
      10. In the Relationship Details section, click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png then Next Records to choose W WARD
      11. Click Select.
      12. Click OK.
      13. Relationship Code
        • P - Primary (Business Entity)
        • W - Ward (Ward(s)) Must be pulled into a relationship after officer/influence signers
        • O - Officer or I - Influence (Signer) Must be pulled into a relationship after primary
  19. Delete the client name in the Short name, CIF, or TIN number field.
  20. Click OK.
  21. On Deposits Master screen click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.pngto add an Account Officer Code if required.
  22. Click OK.
  23. Title the account in the Customer Details fields. {Client's name} auto-populates in the Customer Name field. 
  24. Depending on the account type, do one of the following:
    • Single


      In the Additional Name 1 field enter the name of the authorized signer (for example: By {name of Authorized Signer} Representative Payee).

    • Multiple

      1. In the Additional Name 1 field enter Representative Payee
      2. In the Additional Name 2 field enter the name of the beneficiaries (for example:  For {name of beneficiary or name of beneficiary}). 
    • Business

      1. In the Additional Name 1 field enter Representative Payee For.  
      2. In the Additional Name 2 field enter the name of the beneficiary.
  25. Click OK.
  26. Line 1 Is this a New Account?

    1. Click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png.
    2. Select Y Yes.
  27. Line 2 Reg E ATM/OD Opt-in Flag

    Representative payee accounts are not eligible for bounce protection. For more information see Regulation E.

    1. Click the ellipsis.
    2. Select D DECLINE.
  28. Line 20 Class Code 

    1. Click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png.
    2. Click Next Records.
    3. Choose F FIDUCIARY.
    4. Click Select.
  29. Line 30 Initial Deposit Amount


    Enter the amount the client is depositing. Note: The initial deposit must be either $50 in cash or in approved checks. This information prints on the signature card.
  30. Line 45 Primary CIF Inquiry Code

    Enter this code when building the CIF. If the field is blank, ask the client to choose an Inquiry ID Code

  31. Line 160 Marketing Code

    1. Click the ellipsis  https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png.
    2. Select the appropriate code (for example: BB Billboard, CA Consumer Deposit Acquisition, RF Referral, Friend, Family, FB Facebook).
  32. Line 990 Source of Funds

    1. Click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png.
    2. Choose one of the following:
      • G Existing Client - New $ Bank
      • G1 Existing Client - Existing $
      • 1N New Client  
    3. Click Select.
  33. Click OK
  34. Verafin launches in a new window. 
  35. Complete a Due Diligence questionnaire using Verafin. For more information on Verafin click here.
  36. Xperience displays a message indicating all fields have been verified.  
  37. Click OK.
  38. Line 10 Ownership of Account 

    1. Click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png.
    2. Click Next Records.
    3. Based on the account type, do one of the following: 
      • Single


        Choose one of the following:
        • S SINGLE-PARTY ACCOUNT (Florida/Alabama)
        • I INDIVIDUAL (Georgia)
      • Multiple


        Choose one of the following:
        • SB SINGLE PARTY ACCOUNT W/REP PAYEE - MULTIPLE WARDS (Florida/Alabama) 
        • IB INDIVIDUAL ACCOUNT W/REP PAYEE - MULTIPLE WARDS (Georgia) 
      • Business

        Choose the ownership for the specific entity type: 
        • CR CORPORATION as representative payee 
        • LR LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY as representative payee 
        • OR ORGANIZATION/LODGE/ASSOCIATION as representative payee 
        • PR PARTNERSHIP as representative payee 
  39. Line 130 If NEW Account, was the Verafin Questionnaire completed?

    • If creating a new account, enter Y - Yes.
    • If revising an account, enter N - No.
  40. Line 140 If Revised Account, was CIF and Verafin Questionnaire Updated?

    • If creating a new account, enter N - No.
    • If revising an account, enter Y - Yes


  41. Line 260 Is this a Business Account Type?

    1. Click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png.
    2. Based on the account type, choose one of the following: 
      • Single

        1. Select N NO.
        2. Click Select.
      • Multiple

        1. Select N NO.
        2. Click Select.
      • Business

        1. Select Y YES.
        2. Click Select.
  42. Line 265 Is Business a Foreign Entity?

    1. Click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png.
    2. Select N NO
    3. If signer is W8-BEN-Eselect Y Yes
    4. Click Select.
  43. Line 270 Is this a Fiduciary Account Type?

    1. Click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png.
    2. Select Y Yes
    3. Click Select.
  44. Click OK
  45. Xperience displays a message indicating all fields have been verified.  
  46. Click OK.
  47. Line 10 Rights at Death

    1. Click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png.
    2. Do one of the following:
      • For single or multiple, select S - Single Party Account (Florida and Alabama only). 
      • For Georgia, leave blank.
      • For business, do not select anything.  
  48. Line 50 Do you have more than 4 signers?

    1. Click the ellipsis https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/3854/direct/1572974106700-1572974106700.png.
    2. Select Y Yes or N NO accordingly. 
    3. Click Select.
  49. Click OK. Xperience displays a message indicating all fields have been verified. 
  50. Click OK.
  51. On the Optional Record Items screen, select all that apply:
  52. On the StreamLine New Account Entry screenfrom each drop-down menu choose: 
    1. View/Print/Email Documents? Select Y - Yes.
    2. Upload Account? The system defaults to N-No
      1. Click View Documents.  
      2. In the View Order box type 1 for the FL Signature Card to review the signature card for accuracy prior to uploading the account
    3. Another account for these customers?
      1. Select N - No
      2. If there are no more accounts to be opened for the client click OK
      3. If the client wishes to open another account (for example: Savings) select Y - Yes.
  53. Click OK
  54. From the Submit to eSign drop-down menu select B - Both eSign and Print for Print Selection items.  
  55. Click OK. A new window opens for eSign. See eSign for more information.
  56. Verify the information under the Backup Withholding Certifications section. 
  57. Certify the TIN of the primary owner.
  58. If the client registered for Online Banking, advise the client that he/she will be required to accept the Online Banking Terms & Conditions when first logging in to Online Banking.
  59. Give the client the welcome packet and all required disclosures and brochures including the Terms and Conditions brochure, the Services and Fees brochure, Truth-in-Savings Disclosure, and Truth-In-Savings Addendum
  60. Review the materials with the client. 
  61. Give a copy of the signature card to the client.
    1. Ensure the client reviews the signature card for accuracy of the information he/she has provided and acknowledges receipt of a completed copy of the form.
    2. For Florida accounts, ensure the client initials the Ownership and Rights at Death Sections.
  62. If all documents have been signed using Sign upload account, submit them using eSign. Any documents not submitted through eSign place with the daily work for imaging following the Document Imaging procedures.  
  63. For a resolution, do the following (not every account has a resolution):
    1. Have the client verify all information on the resolution.
    2. If a secretary for the business is designated in the provided legal documents, have him or her sign the resolution in the fields indicated. 
    3. Have the designated signers complete the Powers Granted section to indicate that those designated by legal documents or the supporting affidavit have the authority to perform the following acts:
      • Endorse checks and orders for the payment of money 
      • Make withdrawals 
      • Transfer funds on deposit with CCB
  64. If the client wants checks, order new checks in Streamline. The client’s account is automatically debited in 3-4 weeks. 
  65. Accept the opening deposit from the client, which must be either $50 in cash or $50 in approved checks. Note: For opening deposits made by check(s), see place a new account hold.  
  66. Complete the appropriate credit memo ticket for the following accounts:
    • Checking/money market account – Checking/MMA credit memo 
    • Savings/Club account – Savings/Club credit memo
  67. Complete the following information legibly on the credit memo
    1. Date
    2. Title of account
    3. Account number
    4. Tran. code
    5. Client's initial deposit
    6. Approved by
  68. Write the client's initial deposit legibly above the account number.
  69. Take the credit memo ticket to the teller line with the new account deposit.
  70. The teller completes the deposit transaction and provides a receipt to the client.

Relationship Codes

Rep Payee -Single 

  • P - Primary (Ward)
  • V - Rep Payee (Representatives Payee)

Rep Payee - Multiple

  • P - Primary (Representative Payee)
  • W - Ward (Wards)

Rep Payee - Business 

  • P - Primary (Business Entity)
  • O - Officer or I - Influence (Signer) Must be pulled into a relationship after primary
  • W - Ward (Ward(s)) Must be pulled into a relationship after officer/influence signers

Signature Card

Single

Florida & Alabama
Georgia

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Multiple

Florida & Alabama

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Business

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Quick Reference Guide


Legal Documents

ALL legal documents required for Representative Payee accounts MUST be reviewed by Call me Direct (CMD) for approval before proceeding with opening or revising an account. 

Obtain the following documentation:

  • One of the following:
    • Copy of the letter from the Social Security Administration appointing the representative payee for the beneficiary (preferred)
    • Copy of the first check or ACH advice reflecting the representative payee’s status 
  • If the representative payee is a business entity, all entity specific documents are required in addition to:
    • Documentation on the Business Entity Representative Payee
    • Signed and notarized CCB business affidavit (new and revised)
      • Click here to access the Business Affidavit Reference Guide.


Once documents are obtained, do the following:

  1. Scan and email all documents to _Call Me Direct to review.
  2. Call Me Direct reviews the documents and takes one of the following actions:
    • Approves the account opening or change
      • If the documents are approved, CMD completes a Document Review Coversheet and emails the associate opening/revising the account.  
      • The Document Review Coversheet from CMD MUST be imaged with account documents.
    • Denies the account opening or change
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Verafin

For Representative Payee - Business 

Certification of Beneficial Owners of Legal Entities is REQUIRED FOR ALL NEW/REVISED ACCOUNTS

See Business CDD Questionnaire

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CIP/CIF Requirements

Single or Multiple 

  • Primary & Secondary ID viewed for Representative Payee
  • Social Security Number for Representative Payee and Ward
  • W8-BEN (Non-resident Alien ONLY)

Business

  • EIN Number for Business Entity
  • Primary & Secondary ID viewed for ALL signers present
  • Social Security Number for ALL signers present
  • W8-BEN (Non-resident Alien ONLY)
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Account Title & Signature Requirement Examples

Title - Single

  • JOHN Q PUBLIC
    BY BILL JONES REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE


Title - Multiple

  • BILL JONES
    REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE
    FOR MARK SMITH OR MARY SMITH


Title - Business

  • SUNNYHILLS NURSING HOME
    REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE FOR
    JOHN Q PUBLIC


Signature 

  • Bill Jones
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Codes for Building CIF

  • Class Code 
    • Single or Multiple
      • P - Personal (Representative Payee/Ward)
    • Business
      • N - Non-Personal (Business Entity)
      • P - Personal (Signers/Ward(s))
  • Tax ID Code
    • Single or Multiple
      • I - Individual - US Citizen or Resident Alien (Representative Payee/Ward)
      • F - Non-Resident Alien - ITIN (Representative Payee/Ward)
      • G - Non-Resident Alien - SSN Work Only (Representative Payee/Ward)
      • H - Non-Resident Alien - SSN Non Work (Representative Payee/Ward)
      • E - Non-Resident Alien - No TIN/DOES NOT meet the SPT (leave SSN field blank)
    • Business
      • T - Business (Business Entity)
      • I - Individual - US Citizen or Resident Alien (Signer/Ward(s))
      • F - Non-Resident Alien - ITIN (Signer/Ward(s))
      • G - Non-Resident Alien - SSN Work Only (Signer/Ward(s))
      • H - Non-Resident Alien - SSN Non Work (Signer/Ward(s))
      • E - Non-Resident Alien - No TIN/DOES NOT meet the SPT (leave SSN field blank)
  • FinCen Legal Entity - Always Select "Exclude"
    • Exclusion Reason
      • CV - Capture in Verafin (Business CIF) 
      • FP - Foreign Person (Non-Resident Alien)
      • NP - Natural Person (US Citizen or Resident Alien)
  • Insider Code (if applicable)
    • C - Community Board Member
    • D - Director
    • E - Associate 
    • O - Officer
    • X - Executive Officer
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Codes for Creating Account

  • Account Class Code 
    • F - Fiduciary
  • Ownership
    • Single
      • S - Single Party (Florida & Alabama)
      • I - Individual (Georgia)
    • Multiple
      • SB - Single Party Account w/Rep Payee & Multiple Wards (Florida & Alabama)
      • IB - Individual Account w/Rep Payee & Multiple Wards (Georgia)
    • Business - for specific entity type
      • CR - Corporation as Representative Payee
      • LR - Limited Liability Company as Representative Payee
      • OR - Organization/Lodge/Association as Representative Payee
      • PR - Partnership as Representative Payee
  • Relationship Code
    • Single or Multiple
      • P - Primary (Ward(s))
      • V - Rep Payee (Representative Payee)
    • Business
      • P - Primary (Business Entity)
      • O - Officer or I - Influence (Signers)
        • MUST BE PULLED INTO RELATIONSHIP AFTER PRIMARY
      • W - Ward (Ward(s))
        • MUST BE PULLED INTO RELATIONSHIP AFTER OFFICER/INFLUENCE SIGNERS
  • Is this a Business Account Type?
    • Single or Multiple
      • N - No
    • Business
      • Y - Yes
  • Is Business a Foreign Entity?
    • Single or Multiple
      • N - No
    • Business
      • N - No
      • Y - Yes (W8-BEN-E)
  • Is this a Fiduciary Account Type?
    • Y - Yes
  • Rights at Death (Individual Only)
    • S - Single Party Account (Florida & Alabama Only)
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