Treasury Specialist

Philadelphia Housing Authority; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Philadelphia Housing Authority is seeking a Treasury Specialist to support daily cash management, banking operations, treasury reporting, and compliance across PHA and its affiliates.

Under the Treasury Director, you will help maintain strong internal controls, reconcile cash activity, and prepare HUD LOCCS drawdowns and reports. This role is ideal for early-career finance professionals pursuing public-sector treasury, accounting, and regulatory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• Minimum 1 year of experience in finance, treasury, accounting, or public sector financial operations
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
• Equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience may be considered

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily ACH activity and bank transactions
• Identify and resolve discrepancies
• Support daily cash reconciliations with Treasury Analyst
• Assist with investment activities, positive pay exceptions, stop payments, and check research
• Track deposits and collections across PHA programs and affiliates
• Process and scan checks using Check 21 banking tools
• Review treasury documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Prepare and file HUD LOCCS drawdowns and related support
• Reconcile treasury activity with accounting system records
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc treasury reports including cash flow analyses
• Maintain treasury records, policies, procedures, and updated workflows
• Support treasury system updates, electronic banking platforms, and ERP modules
• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend efficiencies
• Stay current on changes in public sector treasury practices and HUD regulations
• Work directly with Accounting, Budget, other Finance teams, and other departments
• Provide responsive customer service to internal stakeholders
• Support strategic treasury initiatives and department-wide modernization efforts
• Performs related duties as assigned

Skills

Public sector accounting

Analytical abilities

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality and accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Treasury/financial software

Excel

Job description

Under the General Supervision of the Treasury Director, the Treasury Specialist supports daily cash management, banking operations, treasury reporting, and financial compliance across PHA and its affiliates. Reporting to the Director of Treasury, this role plays a key part in ensuring strong internal controls, accurate treasury processing, and alignment with HUD, federal, and state requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career finance professionals interested in treasury, government finance, accounting, and public-sector operations.

The salary range for this position is $53,659 - $67,073 annually. Placement at any specific point within the stated range is not guaranteed for any candidate. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, and skills, as well as internal equity and organizational considerations.

Qualifications

• Understanding of public sector accounting (GASB, FASB, GFOA)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with ERP systems, treasury/financial software, and Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain accuracy, confidentiality, and effective working relationships

Occasional Travel: Traveling to sites or attending meetings

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Certifications, Clearances, and Licenses required

• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License is required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in finance, treasury, accounting, or public sector financial operations

Alternative Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience may be considered upon review by HR.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Certified Treasury Professional is preferred.
• Experience with ACH terminology, banking regulations, and e-commerce platforms is often preferred.
• Familiarity with HUD programs, CFR requirements, and LOCCS a plus
• Knowledge of financial reporting tools like Tableau or Power BI is a plus

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily ACH activity and bank transactions
• identify and resolve discrepancies
• Support daily cash reconciliations with Treasury Analyst
• Assist with investment activities, positive pay exceptions, stop payments, and check research
• Track deposits and collections across PHA programs and affiliates
• Process and scan checks using Check 21 banking tools
• Review treasury documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Prepare and file HUD LOCCS drawdowns and related support
• Reconcile treasury activity with accounting system records
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc treasury reports including cash flow analyses
• Maintain treasury records, policies, procedures, and updated workflows
• Support treasury system updates, electronic banking platforms, and ERP modules
• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend efficiencies
• Stay current on changes in public sector treasury practices and HUD regulations
• Work directly with Accounting, Budget, other Finance teams, and other departments
• Provide responsive customer service to internal stakeholders
• Support strategic treasury initiatives and department-wide modernization efforts
• Performs related duties as assigned

About the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA)

Established in 1937, and with an employment workforce of over 1,100, the Philadelphia Housing Authority is a municipal agency providing public housing services to over 76,000 residents in the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Financial support for Authority operations and capital needs comes primarily from rent payments and subsidies provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). PHA is one of a very select group of housing authorities across the nation that has attained Moving to Work (MTW) status. This designation allows housing agencies the opportunity and flexibility, on a local level, to develop and implement innovative housing and self-sufficiency strategies to benefit public housing residents and Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) participants.

PHA is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of individual qualifications without regard to race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity or ancestry, religion, age, disability, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic