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4900 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio
Job Summary
The Treasury Operations Department is responsible for processing transactions and preparing both internal and regulatory reports associated with the Investment Portfolio, Collateral Management, Funding (including Liabilities), and Safekeeping functions. The Operations Analyst maintains an accurate and current system of record that reflects all Treasury-related transactions. Treasury Operations primarily supports multiple Lines of Business at Key and its affiliates.
Portfolio responsibilities encompass managing fixed income securities such as bonds, settling trades involving fixed income and equities, processing principal and interest payments, and reconciling General Ledger entries. Funding activities include administering KeyBank debt issuances and borrowings, overseeing principal and interest payments, monitoring aggregate cash positions at the Federal Reserve, conducting due from account reviews, initiating large-value wire transfers, and reconciling General Ledger entries. Collateral management tasks involve pledging securities to support various contracts, products, and public deposits, as well as monitoring collateral surpluses or deficits daily across all positions. Safekeeping duties include executing buy and sell transactions, handling principal and interest processing, distributing trade confirmations and receipts, and ensuring accurate reconciliation of General Ledger entries.
The department consistently prepares managerial, financial, and regulatory reports and upholds robust internal controls to ensure full compliance with SOX regulations.
Essential Functions
- Demonstrated working knowledge of accounting principles and general ledger structures, with the capability to create and maintain balanced entries.
- Accurately prepares and delivers information for managerial and financial reports in compliance with Service Level Agreements.
- Builds strong relationships with Line of Business Partners to effectively address and resolve discrepancies by providing detailed support.
- Actively participates in departmental projects.
- Skilled in researching and analyzing both typical and atypical patterns and trends.
- Proficient in performing all functions at the primary desk, as well as supporting and providing backup across multiple desks/functions within the department.
- Experienced in working within various financial platforms.
- Collaborates independently with technology partners to define, test, and implement bug fixes and minor system enhancements.
- Proactively identifies and implements opportunities for process improvement.
- Maintains a high level of attention to detail in daily functions, consistently recognizing, identifying, and processing transactions accurately.
- Conducts thorough research using available resources within designated timeframes.
- Makes sound decisions under tight deadlines and pressure.
- Performs and executes accurate balancing reconciliations between systems and general ledgers.
- Effectively manages multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
- Self-motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to work efficiently under deadlines and contribute successfully within a team environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
- Complies with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, acting professionally at all times, conducting business ethically, avoiding conflicts of interest, and acting in the best interests of Key’s clients and Key.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related (preferred) or equivalent work experience
Work Experience
- 2+ years’ experience in financial operations, with knowledge of Fixed Income securities, paydowns, pricing, and security movements.
- Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (including Vlookups); strong Microsoft Suite proficiency.
- Working knowledge of the Lightning (LFM) database system (preferred).
- Working knowledge of free security movements utilizing FED and/or BNY Mellon systems (preferred).
- Working knowledge of the CMS (Collateral Management System) database (preferred).
- Proficient in Trade and wire systems, Lightning and Collateral Matrix Database (preferred).
Skills
- Independent Work Capability: Effectively manages responsibilities with minimal supervision, demonstrates sound judgment, and takes ownership of assigned work.
- Learning Agility: Quickly learns and applies knowledge across diverse financial products, systems, and processes in a dynamic environment.
- Professional Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal partners and clients at all levels.
- Confidentiality & Professionalism: Maintains discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive financial and client information; consistently demonstrates professionalism.
- Detail Orientation: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness by carefully reviewing work, identifying errors or inconsistencies, and ensuring high-quality, complete outputs.
- Workload Management: Effectively prioritizes and manages multiple tasks in a high-volume environment while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
- Analytical Thinking: Applies strong analytical skills and attention to detail to evaluate issues, identify root causes, and recommend sound solutions.
- Problem Solving: Identifies challenges, evaluates options, and develops practical, solution-oriented approaches to resolve issues efficiently.
- Accountability: Takes ownership of commitments and outcomes, communicates openly and honestly, and learns from mistakes or setbacks to improve performance.
- Business Acumen: Demonstrates knowledge of the financial services industry and organizational strategy; understands and applies risk management principles in day-to-day work.
- Drive for Results: Consistently delivers strong performance by maintaining focus, energy, and accountability to achieve goals within established timelines.
- Effective Collaboration: Works productively with cross-functional partners by sharing information, engaging appropriate stakeholders, leveraging team strengths, and respecting diverse perspectives.
- Change Agility: Adapts effectively to change by embracing new ways of working, making timely decisions with available information, and applying a continuous improvement mindset.
- Vision & Purpose Alignment: Understands how individual responsibilities support departmental and organizational objectives and prioritizes work accordingly.
Core Competencies
All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key’s Values and abide by Key’s Code of Conduct.
Physical Demands
General Office - Prolonged sitting, ability to communicate face to face in person or on the phone with teammates and clients, frequent use of PC/laptop, occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of backpacks, computer bags up to 10 lbs.
Work Location Category
Hybrid (2+ days)
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $48,000.00 - $72,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.
Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.
Job Posting Expiration Date: 05/22/2026
KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing HR_Compliance@keybank.com.
Location:
4900 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio
Job Summary
The Treasury Operations Department is responsible for processing transactions and preparing both internal and regulatory reports associated with the Investment Portfolio, Collateral Management, Funding (including Liabilities), and Safekeeping functions. The Operations Analyst maintains an accurate and current system of record that reflects all Treasury-related transactions. Treasury Operations primarily supports multiple Lines of Business at Key and its affiliates.
Portfolio responsibilities encompass managing fixed income securities such as bonds, settling trades involving fixed income and equities, processing principal and interest payments, and reconciling General Ledger entries. Funding activities include administering KeyBank debt issuances and borrowings, overseeing principal and interest payments, monitoring aggregate cash positions at the Federal Reserve, conducting due from account reviews, initiating large-value wire transfers, and reconciling General Ledger entries. Collateral management tasks involve pledging securities to support various contracts, products, and public deposits, as well as monitoring collateral surpluses or deficits daily across all positions. Safekeeping duties include executing buy and sell transactions, handling principal and interest processing, distributing trade confirmations and receipts, and ensuring accurate reconciliation of General Ledger entries.
The department consistently prepares managerial, financial, and regulatory reports and upholds robust internal controls to ensure full compliance with SOX regulations.
Essential Functions
- Demonstrated working knowledge of accounting principles and general ledger structures, with the capability to create and maintain balanced entries.
- Accurately prepares and delivers information for managerial and financial reports in compliance with Service Level Agreements.
- Builds strong relationships with Line of Business Partners to effectively address and resolve discrepancies by providing detailed support.
- Actively participates in departmental projects.
- Skilled in researching and analyzing both typical and atypical patterns and trends.
- Proficient in performing all functions at the primary desk, as well as supporting and providing backup across multiple desks/functions within the department.
- Experienced in working within various financial platforms.
- Collaborates independently with technology partners to define, test, and implement bug fixes and minor system enhancements.
- Proactively identifies and implements opportunities for process improvement.
- Maintains a high level of attention to detail in daily functions, consistently recognizing, identifying, and processing transactions accurately.
- Conducts thorough research using available resources within designated timeframes.
- Makes sound decisions under tight deadlines and pressure.
- Performs and executes accurate balancing reconciliations between systems and general ledgers.
- Effectively manages multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
- Self-motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to work efficiently under deadlines and contribute successfully within a team environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
- Complies with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, acting professionally at all times, conducting business ethically, avoiding conflicts of interest, and acting in the best interests of Key’s clients and Key.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related (preferred) or equivalent work experience
Work Experience
- 2+ years’ experience in financial operations, with knowledge of Fixed Income securities, paydowns, pricing, and security movements.
- Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (including Vlookups); strong Microsoft Suite proficiency.
- Working knowledge of the Lightning (LFM) database system (preferred).
- Working knowledge of free security movements utilizing FED and/or BNY Mellon systems (preferred).
- Working knowledge of the CMS (Collateral Management System) database (preferred).
- Proficient in Trade and wire systems, Lightning and Collateral Matrix Database (preferred).
Skills
- Independent Work Capability: Effectively manages responsibilities with minimal supervision, demonstrates sound judgment, and takes ownership of assigned work.
- Learning Agility: Quickly learns and applies knowledge across diverse financial products, systems, and processes in a dynamic environment.
- Professional Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal partners and clients at all levels.
- Confidentiality & Professionalism: Maintains discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive financial and client information; consistently demonstrates professionalism.
- Detail Orientation: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness by carefully reviewing work, identifying errors or inconsistencies, and ensuring high-quality, complete outputs.
- Workload Management: Effectively prioritizes and manages multiple tasks in a high-volume environment while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
- Analytical Thinking: Applies strong analytical skills and attention to detail to evaluate issues, identify root causes, and recommend sound solutions.
- Problem Solving: Identifies challenges, evaluates options, and develops practical, solution-oriented approaches to resolve issues efficiently.
- Accountability: Takes ownership of commitments and outcomes, communicates openly and honestly, and learns from mistakes or setbacks to improve performance.
- Business Acumen: Demonstrates knowledge of the financial services industry and organizational strategy; understands and applies risk management principles in day-to-day work.
- Drive for Results: Consistently delivers strong performance by maintaining focus, energy, and accountability to achieve goals within established timelines.
- Effective Collaboration: Works productively with cross-functional partners by sharing information, engaging appropriate stakeholders, leveraging team strengths, and respecting diverse perspectives.
- Change Agility: Adapts effectively to change by embracing new ways of working, making timely decisions with available information, and applying a continuous improvement mindset.
- Vision & Purpose Alignment: Understands how individual responsibilities support departmental and organizational objectives and prioritizes work accordingly.
Core Competencies
All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key’s Values and abide by Key’s Code of Conduct.
Physical Demands
General Office - Prolonged sitting, ability to communicate face to face in person or on the phone with teammates and clients, frequent use of PC/laptop, occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of backpacks, computer bags up to 10 lbs.
Work Location Category
Hybrid (2+ days)
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $48,000.00 - $72,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.
Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.
Job Posting Expiration Date: 05/22/2026
KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing HR_Compliance@keybank.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Treasury Operations Analyst
Target banks and corporate treasury departments
Large financial institutions, Fortune 500 treasury teams, and regional banks file H-1B visa petitions regularly. Focus your search on employers with established international hiring patterns rather than smaller firms without prior sponsorship history.
Confirm your CIP code qualifies for STEM OPT
Finance degrees under CIP code 52.0801 and related quantitative fields typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Verify your specific degree classification with your DSO before accepting an offer to protect your timeline.
Highlight systems proficiency in your application
Treasury roles run on platforms like Kyriba, SAP Treasury, and Bloomberg. Employers sponsoring visas want candidates who reduce onboarding costs, so demonstrating hands-on system experience signals immediate value and strengthens your sponsorship case.
Apply before your OPT authorization start date
Treasury operations teams plan headcount months in advance. Submitting applications six to eight weeks before your OPT start date gives employers time to process your EAD arrival and align your start date with their hiring cycle.
Frame your international background as a risk asset
Treasury teams handling cross-border settlements and FX exposure value candidates who understand multi-currency environments. Positioning your international perspective as directly relevant to the role makes sponsorship feel like a practical business decision.
Ask about sponsorship policy before the final interview round
Confirming sponsorship willingness early saves time for both sides. Raise the question after an initial screening call, not at the offer stage, so you only advance with employers who have a realistic path to H-1B sponsorship.
Treasury Operations Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Treasury Operations Analyst roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but eligibility depends on your specific degree's CIP code rather than the job title itself. Finance degrees classified under CIP 52.0801 and quantitative fields like applied mathematics or management information systems typically qualify. Confirm your classification with your DSO, then verify the employer is E-Verify enrolled, which is required for any STEM extension approval.
How do I find Treasury Operations Analyst jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for OPT-friendly employers, so you can browse Treasury Operations Analyst roles without sorting through postings that exclude international candidates. This saves significant time during a period when your work authorization timeline is already tight. Employers listed have demonstrated openness to sponsoring or hiring F-1 students on OPT.
Can I work as a Treasury Operations Analyst on OPT before my EAD card arrives?
No. You cannot begin working until you have a valid EAD in hand, even if your OPT start date has passed. Apply for OPT through your DSO at least 90 days before your intended start date. USCIS processing currently runs 3 to 5 months, so planning your application timeline carefully is essential to avoid gaps between graduation and employment.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I lose my Treasury Operations Analyst job?
F-1 students on post-completion OPT are allowed a maximum of 90 days of unemployment across the entire OPT period. If you lose your position, that unemployment clock starts immediately. Notify your DSO, update your SEVIS record, and begin your job search right away. Finding a new role within the 90-day window keeps your status intact and preserves any remaining OPT time.
Does treasury operations work count as qualifying employment for OPT purposes?
Yes, provided the role is directly related to your degree field. Treasury operations work involving cash management, financial analysis, settlements, or risk monitoring qualifies for students with finance, accounting, economics, or related degrees. Part-time roles count if they are at least 20 hours per week. Your DSO must record all employment in SEVIS, so report new positions promptly after starting.