Associate Treasurer

Seton Hall University; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 88,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Seton Hall University seeks an Associate Treasurer to lead cash management, investments, banking relationships, and debt portfolio management in support of the treasury operations. The role partners with the Associate VP for Finance – Treasury and other campus offices to ensure liquidity and sound financial policy.

The position drives reporting for executive leadership and external agencies, supports capital planning and rating agency materials, and helps optimize procure-to-pay and merchant

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of eight years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles, business analytics, and process improvement, with at least five years in Treasury operations.
• Experience in financial statement management and analysis, including Statement of Operations, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow analytics.
• Proficiency in finance operations, accounting, and treasury functions, with strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cash flow operations to ensure liquidity for the university’s needs.
• Lead cash flow and interest forecast development, manage borrowing, and assess investment funds.
• Analyze vendor payment terms to optimize cash balances and monitor investment performance for liquidity.
• Collaborate with Bursar and General Accounting to manage student receivables and support financial aid.
• Guide treasury staff and provide training to AP staff and Administrators on treasury processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Treasury operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Job description

The Associate Treasurer works closely with the Associate Vice President for Finance – Treasury in responsibly managing all aspects of cash management, external investments, commercial banking relationships, and debt portfolio management, while also supporting the University’s credit rating process and related external reporting needs. The incumbent will provide strategic treasury management and support to the Associate Vice President for Finance – Treasury, as well as to the Accounts Payables and Bursar offices. This role ensures liquidity to sustain ongoing operations while mitigating risk to the University. In collaboration with the Associate VP for Finance – Treasury, the Associate Treasurer develops and manages financial policies for working capital, treasury operations, accounts receivable, card programs, and interest rate risk management. This position is responsible for preparing high-quality reporting materials for executive leadership and external agencies to effectively support all aspects of daily Treasury operations. Close partnership with the Accounts Payable Director and the Director of Student Accounts to enhance Finance operations is essential. The Associate Treasurer monitors and ensures compliance with Federal and State regulations, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, trustworthiness, commitment, teamwork, and accountability. The incumbent ensures adherence to the University’s policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) under FASB.

Duties and Responsibilities

Cash Management

• Oversee daily cash flow operations to ensure adequate liquidity for the university’s operational needs. Manage bank reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of cash records.
• Lead the development of cash flow and interest forecasts, manage borrowing needs, and assess available funds for investment to ensure adequate resources for the University’s operational and capital investment requirements.
• Analyze vendor payment terms to optimize cash balances.
• Monitor investment performance to support short-term liquidity and working capital needs.
• Collaborate with the Bursar office and General Accounting to oversee student receivables including analyzing aging schedules, improving collections, evaluating payment plan options, and supporting financial aid and student account management to strengthen cash flow and reduce outstanding balances.
• Collaborate with the AP office for wire payments and provide guidance post-implementation and ongoing support of the procure-to-pay system, to ensure proper documentation and accuracy for payments.
• Assist with the processing of third-party payments by working with AP office.
• Assist with the development and training of Accounts Payable staff, Administrators and Faculty on related treasury functions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Treasury Operations and Banking Relationships

• Support and report daily on ongoing transactional treasury functions with banking institutions and internal customers and provide advice on liquidity aspects of the University’s short- and long-range planning and budgeting.
• Collaborate with the Associate Vice President for Finance - Treasury to maintain the University’s financial soundness and oversight through relationships with financial institutions, agencies, advisors, and credit rating agencies.
• Expand the use of automated payment systems to minimize the number of checks generated, enhancing efficiency, and reducing costs.
• Review bank portal and user access and optimize technology to improve automation and reporting.
• Manage bank account structures, signatory controls, and bank fee analysis.

Debt Management and Capital Management

• Manage and monitor University compliance with bond covenants, debt payments, Federal and State reporting requirements, and internal controls, maintaining clear and accessible records of all Treasury materials.
• Coordinate the preparation of financial materials, presentations, and analyses for rating agency reviews.
• Coordinate with Facilities the Capital projects reporting and drawdown requests to NJEFA.
• Support long-term capital planning.
• Monitor private business use for reporting for tax exempt bond compliance.

Policy Compliance and Governance

• Participate in the development of policies and procedures, assist in problem resolution across various University groups, and provide accounting and audit-related support on all Treasury functions.
• Oversight of merchant services, fee management and PCI compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of eight years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles, business analytics, process improvement, with at least five years of experience in Treasury operations.
• Experience in financial statement management and analysis, including Statement of Operations, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow analytics.
• Proficiency in finance operations, accounting, and treasury functions, with strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in financial management within a multi‑layered organization, preferably in higher education.

Salary Range: $88,000 - $121,000

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.

These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html .

Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values,?engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.