Treasury Analyst
Minneapolis, MN - USA
Job Summary
Thrivents Treasury team operates in a complex regulated financial environment that demands seasoned judgment and strategic insight. The Treasury Analyst manages the companys daily liquidity and cash operations by executing and monitoring complex transactions with precision. This is a deadline-driven team-oriented role which requires the ability to prioritize and ensure accuracy timeliness and compliance. This position requires keen skills in analysis and forecasting problem-solving with banking partners and auditors and diligent maintenance of internal controls to safeguard the organizations finances.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage daily cash operations using the Treasury Management System (TMS). Monitor bank accounts execute wire/ACH transactions andmaintainoptimalliquidity positions to meet funding needs requiring judgement and discretion.
Execute high-value funds transfers between internal and external bank accounts totaling $1B per month requiring accuracy and confidence in decision-making.
Optimizeshort-term investments and borrowing bydeterminingdaily financing positions based on cash forecasts ensuring adequate funds for operations while maximizing returns on any excess cash within policy guidelines.
Prepare and analyze cash flow forecasts perform varianceanalysesand adjust projections as needed to respond to changing conditions using judgement to interpret trends. Present insights from forecasts to Treasury leadership enabling informed decision-making.
Reconcile cash transactions daily. Promptly resolve any discrepancies or exceptions ensuringaccuratecash accounting and strong internal controls.
Drive process improvements:Identifyopportunities to streamline treasury processes and leverage technology to increase efficiency and reduce operational risk.
Ensure compliance and controls: Adhere to all internal controls and external regulations.Support audit requests by providing documentation and implementing audit recommendations. Maintain up-to-date process documentation and contribute to business continuity plans to mitigate operational risk.
Liaise with external and internal business partners: Work closely with external banks vendors and internal partners on complex issues and bank services oftenrequiringdiscretion when addressing confidential information. Act as a point of contact to resolve issues and provide guidance on treasury best practices to internal teams.
Coordinate unclaimed property compliance: Ensure unclaimed funds are managedin accordance withstate regulations by coordinating due diligence outreach and filings in partnership with Legal and Compliance teams.
Collaborate on treasury initiatives: Partner with the Assistant Treasurer Treasury Manager and other finance colleagues on initiatives tooptimizecash flow processes improve liquidity management strategies and strengthen banking relationships.
Model Thrivents leadership competencies Model the Way Rally the Team and Deliver Outcomes.
Support an environment in which Thrivent employees and colleagues are focused on continuous improvement exceptional employee engagement and an unwavering commitment to our clients.Support a culture thatrepresentsthe Thrivent purpose promise and values ensuring that Thrivents trust and reputation remain strong with its clients.
Regularly communicates with:
Individual Contributors withinThrivent;partnerswith andprovidesinput on Treasury-related matters.
Managers and Directors withinThrivent;raisesissues andassistsin making recommendations or escalating whereappropriate.
External Banks and Auditors
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
Required:
Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics Mathematics Business Administration or other relatedcourseof study or equivalent workexperience .
Minimum3years experiencein Treasury Investments or Finance/Accounting.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail due to the complexity of the function.
Intermediate technical skills in Excel.
Strong interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills to deal effectively with internal and external business partners whether remotely or in person.
Individualmust be deadline oriented with excellent organizational skills.
Resourcefulness ability to think logically work independently to resolve issues and confidently present findings and recommendations.
Preferred:
Preferredcandidatewill have cash management or investments/investment accounting experience in a complex financial services organization or large corporate environment.
Experience with accounting practices processing of financial transactions banking-related activities cash flow theoryinvestmentsand related terminology is strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of one ofmoretreasury management systems is highly preferred.
Quantitativeskillsincluding financial modelingexperienceisbeneficial.
Additional Information
This position requires occasional on-site work in Minneapolis MN or Appleton WI corporate offices and offers hybrid/remote flexibility. Candidates must reside in or around the Minneapolis MN or Appleton WI area.
Pay Transparency
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Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation please let us know by sending an email toor calland request Human Resources.
Required Experience:
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About Company
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