Head of Treasury

WhiteCap Search; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteCap Search seeks an experienced treasury lead to shape the organization’s financial strategies. You will work with founders and legal teams to secure favorable terms and manage treasury operations in a dynamic, fund-focused environment.

The role emphasizes negotiating with counterparties, developing treasury processes, and overseeing cash management. A strong OTC/public credit background and STEM training are essential, with banking experience as a plus.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of relevant experience focused on OTC and public credit.
• Strong STEM background.
• Ability to communicate effectively with founders.
• Experience in fund management, startups, or mid-size financial institutions.
• Banking experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead counterparty negotiations and establish strong relationships.
• Collaborate with legal teams to ensure optimal terms and conditions.
• Develop and implement efficient treasury processes and tools (e.g., margin dashboards).
• Analyze and understand various financial scenarios and bank economics.
• Oversee cash management strategies within a fund environment.

Skills

Treasury leadership

Counterparty negotiations

Stakeholder communication

Financial analysis

Education

STEM background

Tools

Arcesium

Job description

Our client, a fast-growing alternative investments firm in the tristate area, is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to lead their treasury operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and drive the financial strategies of the organization, working closely with legal teams and negotiating with counterparties to secure the best terms.

Key Responsibilities

Our client, a fast-growing alternative investments firm in the tristate area, is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to lead their treasury operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and drive the financial strategies of the organization, working closely with legal teams and negotiating with counterparties to secure the best terms.

• Lead counterparty negotiations and establish strong relationships.
• Collaborate with legal teams to ensure optimal terms and conditions.
• Develop and implement efficient treasury processes and tools, such as margin dashboards.
• Analyze and understand various financial scenarios and bank economics.
• Oversee cash management strategies within a fund environment.
• Utilize Arcesium systems, a preferred but not required skill.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of relevant experience, with a focus on OTC and public credit.
• Strong STEM background (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).
• Ability to communicate effectively with the founders.
• Experience in fund management, start-up environments, or medium-sized financial institutions.
• Banking experience is advantageous.

Compensation

The compensation package is very competitive and includes a base salary and is bonus eligible.

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