Mid Level Senior Treasury Analyst Jobs

INTRODUCTION

The Treasury Analyst performs specialized accounting, treasury operations, and financial analysis functions to support the District's financial stability and effective management of financial resources. This position coordinates banking transactions, reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, investment activities, and financial monitoring of capital projects. The Treasury Specialist analyzes financial data, monitors liquidity and funding requirements, and provides recommendations to support informed decision-making and long-term financial planning. This position ensures accuracy, accountability, and compliance with applicable accounting standards, District policies, and regulatory requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

* Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE:

* 3 years of relevant professional experience in accounting, finance, treasury management, cash management, or financial analysis
* Experience in governmental accounting, banking operations, investment analysis, or capital project financial management preferred
* Experience in K-12 education or public sector preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

* Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), governmental accounting standards, and financial reporting practices
* Understanding of treasury management principles, banking operations, cash management, and internal controls
* Knowledge of cash flow forecasting, liquidity analysis, and financial modeling techniques
* Understanding of investment instruments, investment risk, and applicable public-sector investment policies and regulations
* Ability to prepare, reconcile, interpret, and analyze complex financial data and transactions
* Ability to evaluate financial trends, identify potential risks, and develop actionable recommendations
* Understanding of capital project budgeting, expenditure monitoring, and long-term financial planning
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis and reporting tools including ERP systems Oracle preferred
* Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with financial institutions, internal departments, and external stakeholders
* Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet established deadlines, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex financial information to nonfinancial audiences
* Ability to develop, evaluate, and recommend improvements to financial processes, procedures, and internal controls

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

* Manages and monitors banking transactions, including deposits, inter-account transfers, electronic payments, wire transfers, and automated clearing house (ACH) activity, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with established internal controls
* Prepares and reconciles bank statements, cash accounts, and general ledger transactions, researches discrepancies, and coordinates timely resolution of outstanding items
* Prepares journal entries, validates account coding, and supports month-end closing activities to ensure accurate recording and reporting of treasury transactions
* Monitors daily cash balances, banking activity, and account transactions to support effective cash positioning, liquidity management, and financial oversight
* Coordinates banking relationships, manages bank account administration and authorized user access, monitors fees and collateral requirements, and reviews transactions for potential fraudulent activity
* Develops and analyzes short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts, evaluates revenue and expenditure trends, and identifies potential liquidity risks and funding requirements
* Prepares financial reports, dashboards, and analyses to communicate cash positions, revenue projections, funding needs, and financial trends to support budgeting and management decision-making
* Evaluates investment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, Board policies, and District objectives, considering liquidity, risk, maturity, and anticipated returns
* Monitors investment portfolios, balances, maturities, earnings, and related fees, and prepares analyses and recommendations to support investment planning and financial reporting
* Maintains and reconciles debt schedules, monitors bond obligations, and coordinates debt service projections and scheduled principal and interest payments
* Monitors bond proceeds, investment earnings, and debt service activity, and coordinates arbitrage compliance calculations, required filings, and continuing disclosure reporting in accordance with applicable regulations and deadlines
* Monitors capital project budgets, expenditures, funding sources, and available balances, and develops cash flow projections to identify potential funding gaps and support long-term financial planning
* Analyzes capital project financial activity, budget variances, and expenditure trends, collaborating with internal departments to reconcile financial information and evaluate funding requirements
* Prepares financial schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for management reporting, financial statements, regulatory compliance, and internal and external audits
* Monitors property tax collections against budgeted revenues and reconciles related financial activity to ensure accurate accounting and reporting
* Evaluates treasury operations, financial processes, and internal controls, identifies potential risks, and recommends improvements to strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and compliance
* Supports financial system enhancements, special projects, and cross-functional initiatives while providing technical guidance on treasury-related accounting and financial analysis
* Required to have prompt, regular attendance in person and be available to work on-site during regular business hours and as needed
* Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or their representative

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

* Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods
* Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions
* Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer
* Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head
* Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 5 or more pounds on a frequent basis. Incumbent may be required to physically restrain parties involved in a conflict
* Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors
* Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress

COMPENSATION:

Salary Grade: 131
Salary Range: Salary Schedules - Atlanta Public Schools
Work Year: 252 days (Annual)

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.