Treasury Leader (#2 in Function)

Korn Ferry; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry is partnering with a global Fortune 500 organization to recruit a Treasury Leader (#2 in function) based at its Minnesota headquarters with on-site requirements and relocation flexibility. The role reports to the CAO and Treasurer and will elevate liquidity management, forecasting, banking operations, governance, and FX risk across the enterprise.

This newly created leadership position will drive treasury strategy, partner with senior finance leaders, strengthen controls, and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive treasury/cash management or related leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead cash positioning, liquidity forecasting, and day-to-day treasury operations.
• Support capital structure and capital allocation strategies to maximize value.
• Manage foreign exchange exposure and risk mitigation activities.
• Oversee intercompany cash and debt settlement processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Drug screen compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

PeopleSoft

Treasury Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

Korn Ferry is proud to partner exclusively with our client, a global Fortune 500 organization, to recruit a Treasury Leader (#2 in function) to be based out of its headquarters in Minnesota with easy access to the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area (onsite / open for relocation).

Reporting to the CAO and Treasurer, this newly created leadership role will oversee and elevate the company’s treasury function, including liquidity management, cash forecasting, banking operations, treasury governance, and foreign exchange risk management. The Director of Treasury will play a critical role in shaping and executing treasury strategy, partnering closely with senior finance leaders to strengthen financial flexibility, enhance controls, and support the company’s long-term growth objectives.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a treasury leader who thrives in a dynamic, global environment and is energized by the opportunity to drive impact and help shape the future of a world-class organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead cash positioning, liquidity forecasting, and day-to-day treasury operations to ensure effective funding and visibility across the enterprise.
• Execute and support the company’s capital structure and capital allocation strategy to maximize value creation opportunities.
• Manage foreign exchange exposure and risk mitigation activities.
• Oversee the governance and execution of intercompany cash and debt settlement activities.
• Develop and execute funding strategies, including cash repatriation initiatives and broader treasury planning activities.
• Manage treasury activities related to credit facilities, debt compliance, banking administration, and financing support processes.
• Maintain and strengthen banking relationships, including account structures, services, fees, documentation, user access, and ongoing account management.
• Monitor treasury-related financial exposures and provide analysis to support leadership decisions regarding liquidity, interest rates, foreign exchange, and counterparty risk.
• Partner closely with Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Legal, and business leaders to enhance cash forecasting, optimize working capital visibility, and improve treasury execution.
• Maintain treasury policies, controls, and governance processes to support compliance, audit readiness, and strong financial stewardship.
• Prepare treasury reporting, analyses, and presentations for executive leadership, lenders, auditors, and other key stakeholders.
• Drive process improvement, systems optimization, and automation initiatives to improve efficiency, visibility, and control.
• Lead, mentor, and develop treasury team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support special projects, strategic initiatives, and other treasury-related priorities as required.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in treasury, cash management, corporate finance, or a related leadership capacity.
• Strong knowledge of cash management, liquidity forecasting, debt administration, treasury controls, and banking operations.
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across functions and leadership levels.
• Exceptional organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and execution.
• Ability to pass the required drug screen (applicable in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Guam).

PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with PeopleSoft, treasury management systems (TMS), or similar ERP platforms.
• Knowledge of hedging strategies and financial risk management practices.
• Exposure to capital markets activities and financing transactions.
• Understanding of multinational corporate structures, transfer pricing, consolidated tax environments, and tax planning principles.
• Experience supporting bank account administration, credit agreements, debt compliance monitoring, and lender communications.
• Professional certification such as CTP, CPA, or CFA preferred.

Why consider this opportunity?

Join a highly respected global organization where Treasury is viewed as a strategic business partner. This role offers meaningful visibility with senior leadership, the ability to influence enterprise-wide financial decisions, and a clear path for continued growth and advancement.