VP, Treasury

Southwire Company, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Vice President of Treasury to spearhead comprehensive treasury strategies. This leadership role involves overseeing liquidity management, capital structure optimization, and fostering relationships with banking partners. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in global treasury operations and a passion for mentoring a high-performing team. This position offers the opportunity to influence corporate financial strategies while ensuring the company meets its financial objectives. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, growth, and community well-being.

Benefits

401k with Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Professional Growth Opportunities

Long & Short-Term Disability

Employee Referral Program

Family Insurance Packages

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in corporate finance or treasury management.
• Strong knowledge in capital markets, accounting, and finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead treasury functions including liquidity and cash management.
• Establish relationships with banks and manage capital market transactions.

Skills

Corporate Finance

Treasury Management

Capital Markets

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting

Master's in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP platforms (SAP)

Treasury Workstation (Kyriba)

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products, and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools, and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions, including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency, as well as field services, including cable testing, rejuvenation, and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship, and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Long Description

The Vice President of Treasury will lead the development and execution of comprehensive treasury strategies that align with the company's objectives. In this leadership role, the VP will oversee all treasury functions, including liquidity and cash management, capital structure optimization, banking relationships, treasury accounting, and hedging activities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in global treasury operations and a passion for developing, mentoring, and coaching a high-performing treasury team. This position entails managing all treasury activities while cultivating and maintaining robust relationships with key capital market and banking partners. In alignment with the company's overarching business strategy and corporate goals, the VP of Treasury will establish a strategic vision and direction for the treasury function.

Key Responsibilities

1. Direct liquidity planning and develop appropriate reporting and modeling capabilities to support strategic, operational, and growth initiatives.
2. Lead working capital initiatives by working with key business process owners to optimize Southwire’s cash conversion cycle and supply chain finance strategy.
3. Establish and manage relationships with major commercial banks, ratings agencies, and other external advisors in order to ensure access to liquidity and thought leadership. The position will liaise with the financial and rating agency community to communicate the company's story with the goal of securing a mutually beneficial partnership.
4. Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the corporate finance team.
5. Evaluate, structure, and execute capital market transactions such as debt issuance. Partner with internal and external stakeholders, including legal, accounting, tax, rating agencies, financial institutions, and third parties for issuance and implementation. Manage debt reporting and covenant compliance processes.
6. Drive process improvement in treasury policies, procedures, and departmental performance metrics as well as the implementation of effective controls for all Treasury activities to assure the achievement of company financial objectives, protection, and leverage of company assets.
7. Provide support for M&A initiatives, including pre-deal diligence and post-deal integration.
8. Engage and partner with leadership to provide dashboards and metrics to support capital deployment activities. Develop and present materials to executive leadership and audit committee on capital markets, hedging, liquidity, and working capital initiatives which align with Southwire’s values and tenants.
9. Develop and implement strategies for corporate hedging function including purchase or settlement of various types of commodity, interest rate, currency and other risk exposures. Ensure proper controls are in place over hedging programs.
10. Formulate and implement investment policies; manage corporate short-term investments to fulfill corporate liquidity needs as well as participate in the oversight of the defined benefit investment portfolio. Provide thought leadership as a member of the Retirement Committee.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's

Specialized Degree: Finance, Accounting, or related field

Years of Experience: 15+

Field of Expertise: Corporate Finance

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Education Level: Master's

Specialized Degree: Finance, Accounting, or related field

Certificates: Certified Financial Professional (CTP), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Years of Experience: 15+

Preferred Field of Expertise: Corporate Treasury, Investor Relations, Financial Reporting

Other Preferred Skills, Licenses, & Certificates:

1. Fifteen years of progressive Treasury and Finance experience within a multi-billion-dollar organization.
2. Strong, broad-based knowledge and experience in capital markets, accounting, finance, and tax. Proven problem-solving and analytical skills coupled with a rigorous decision-making process.
3. Ability to initiate projects and provide project-management discipline. Experience in attracting, developing, mentoring, and driving a high-performing team.
4. Ability to publicly represent the company with internal and external clients in sensitive and highly visible circumstances requiring outstanding communication and presentation skills.
5. Excellent business acumen with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior-level leaders across organizational lines.
6. Demonstrated ability to identify, manage, and monitor economic indicators of the business.
7. Earns the respect of peers, subordinates, and superiors for their integrity, ethics, and ability to set a standard in leadership. Requires proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word), ERP platforms such as SAP, online banking platforms, and Treasury Workstation implementations. Kyriba experience is a plus.

Reports To: SVP, Corporate Finance

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes

Direct Reports Job Title(s): Analyst, Treasury

Number of Direct Reports: 2-5

Scope: All Locations

Travel: Domestic % of Time: Up to 25%

Workplace Setting: Hybrid (2-3 days a week on-site)

Competencies

1. Self-Development
2. Strategic Mindset
3. Financial Acumen
4. Drives Engagement
5. Manages Complexity
6. Develops Talent

Benefits We Offer:

1. 401k with Matching
2. Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
3. Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
4. Long & Short-Term Disability
5. Supplemental Insurance Plans
6. Employee Assistance Program
7. Employee Referral Program
8. Tuition Reimbursement Programs
9. Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
10. Parental Leave
11. More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.