Manager, Treasury

Kia Motors America; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Treasury Manager to lead their cash and treasury operations. This role involves overseeing daily cash management, forecasting cash flows, and developing financial strategies to optimize treasury functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build relationships across various departments. Join a collaborative and innovative environment where your expertise can help shape the future of the automotive industry. If you are passionate about finance and ready to take on new challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Premium paid medical coverage

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan matching

Paid time off

Company lease and purchase programs

Paid volunteer hours

Premium lifestyle amenities

Qualifications

• 10+ years in corporate treasury, finance management, or investment management.
• Bachelor's degree in finance or business required; MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management of cash and debt; manage financial risk.
• Prepare cash flow projections and develop cash management strategies.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Relationship building across functional areas

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Advanced PC skills: MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

SAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or business

M.B.A. preferred

CTP preferred

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

SAP

Job description

At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and feel passionate and connected to your work every day.

Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.

Summary

The position will manage the Treasury department with responsibilities for cash and treasury operations, short-term borrowing, and short-term investments and payments. Monitors compliance with Treasury department goals. Assesses the products, services, technologies and systems that are available and appropriate for treasury departments. Oversees implementation of cash management services. Evaluates and recommends cash management initiatives, changes to bank relationships and day-to-day treasury operations. Creates, maintains and updates enterprise treasury operational policies and evaluation of such activities throughout the organization.

The position will also provide analytical preparation of forecasts and an overall financial forecast.

Major Responsibilities

1. 1st Priority - 35% Oversee daily management of cash and debt. Establish fixed income investment positions. Manage financial risk as it relates to treasury operations. Manage and negotiate brokerage relationships. Manage investment of excess funds. Coordinate electronic booking functions. Manage D/A liabilities.
2. 2nd Priority - 25% Manage cash flow forecasting. Prepare cash flow projections. Develops and implements cash management operational strategies. Oversee interest rate risk management. Assist in the development of bank relationships. Identify cost-saving and profit maximizing opportunities.
3. 3rd Priority - 20% Manage the reconciliation of payment programs. Work closely with business units supporting requests and resolving issues.
4. 4th Priority - 20% Reconciles general ledger reports. Analyze detailed sub-ledger reports. Work directly with general accounting, accounts payable and business units to process, pay and report expenses. Provide account classification and reconciliation of general ledger accounts. Oversee financial controls ensuring policy compliance. Support business units with understanding KUS Finance processes.

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s degree in finance or business. M.B.A. preferred. CTP preferred.

Overall Experience

Minimum 10 years experience in corporate treasury, finance management, and/or investment management.

Directly Related Experience

Auto industry exposure a plus. Investment/Banking experience required.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships across functional areas. Highly detail oriented. Self-motivated. Advanced PC skills: MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and SAP.

Pay Range

$143,962 - $214,979

Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc.

KUS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical disability or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KUS complies with applicable law governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which KUS has offices. The KUS EEO policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.

Disclaimer: The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.