Director, Treasury Operations

Howard University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

403(b) with company match

Ongoing training and tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs and commuter benefits

Job summary

A prestigious higher education institution is seeking a Director of Treasury Operations to oversee cash management, reporting, and ledger management. The successful candidate will lead a team and collaborate closely with university faculty and administration. Requirements include an undergraduate degree and 10+ years of experience in accounting and treasury functions, preferably with CPA certification. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $175,000 and a range of benefits promoting health, work-life balance, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting and treasury functions.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cash management and reporting.
• Ensure effective ledger management and reconciliations.
• Interact with university faculty and administration.
• Work closely with the investment office.

Skills

Accounting proficiency

Strong organizational skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Significant written and oral communication skills

Presentation skills using PowerPoint and/or Canva

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

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We are looking for our next Director, Treasury Operations that has a leadership role to assist in oversight of operational and analytical processes in support of Executive Director of Treasury Operations and AVP Treasurer. Duties will include cash management, reporting, ledger management, reconciliations, interaction with University faculty and administration, bank, custodian and counterparties of the University interacting with Treasury. The role will also work closely with the investment office. Assist Executive Director of Treasury Operations and Assistant Vice President Treasurer in improving transparency, quality of data, response time and safety of University resources.

Supervisory Authority

Reports to the Assistant Treasurer in support of treasury department.

Nature And Scope

This senior hire provides support principally for cash activities in the Treasurer's office but all other support of the Assistant Treasurer.

Principal Accountabilities

• Cash management
• Reporting
• Ledger management
• Reconciliations
• Interaction with University faculty and administration, bank, custodian and counterparties of the University interacting with Treasury

Core Competencies

• Accounting proficiency
• Capable of assisting in approval process to identify and embed AI in core treasury operations
• Significant written and oral communication skills
• Ability to deliver accurate deliverables
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, identify problems, priorities and solutions
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to establish credibility within the Office and University, and with representatives of external service providers
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and deliver results in a demanding setting
• Strong moral compass and the highest ethical standards
• Presentation skills using PowerPoint and/or Canva

Minimum Requirements

• Undergraduate degree, minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting and treasury functions, CPA preferred

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

Compensation Range: $150,000 - $175,000

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant university culture

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