Operations - Treasury - Manager

Operations - Treasury Manager

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR's insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR's investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.

The Global Treasury team manages liquidity, funding, and banking relationships across regions and business lines. The team partners closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure financial control, operational efficiency, and compliance while driving automation, integration, and continuous improvement across the firm's global treasury infrastructure.

The role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities performed by the team, hiring, training, and establishing priorities. This role provides frequent exposure to various business leaders and the opportunity to drive impactful changes.

The Manager – Treasury (Operations) will lead treasury vertical(s) supporting global teams, oversee end-to-end operational processes, and play a pivotal role in driving strategic transformation initiatives.

This individual will manage a high-performing team, lead key automation and system integration projects, and serve as a critical liaison across global Treasury, Finance, Operations, Technology, and external banking partners.

The ideal candidate combines technical treasury expertise, project execution capability, and strong leadership and communication skills to influence outcomes across regions and functions.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead treasury operations vertical(s), ensuring delivery excellence, control adherence, and high performance.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering a collaborative, high-accountability culture.
• Establish clear priorities, performance goals, and development plans aligned with global objectives.

Strategic Projects & Transformation

• Drive global treasury transformation initiatives including automation, process optimization, and system integrations.
• Partner with Technology and Operations teams to implement digital solutions improving efficiency, control, and scalability.
• Support global standardization of treasury processes and policies, embedding best practices across geographies.

Treasury Operations & Controls

• Contribute to and oversee established processes while maintaining governance.
• Ensure full compliance with KKR policies and internal controls, including wire instruction verification and user access management.
• Manage metrics, dashboards, and KPIs to track operational performance and identify improvement areas.

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with global Treasury leadership, leadership across functions, fund controllers, and technology teams to align on priorities and deliverables.
• Act as a key point of escalation for issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external banking partners and counterparties.
• Collaborate across regions (U.S., EMEA, APAC) to deliver consistent, high-quality treasury services.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline; professional certification (e.g., CTP, CFA, CA, CPA) preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in treasury, cash management, or financial operations within a global financial institution or asset manager.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing global processes or projects.
• Strong understanding of treasury workflows, accounting principles, and risk control frameworks.
• Experience with treasury systems and tools such as S4Hana, Coupa, Workiva, Hazeltree, Smartsheet, and Excel.
• Demonstrated success driving automation, process transformation, or system integration initiatives.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills across senior leadership levels.
• Ability to work across time zones with a global mindset, balancing strategic priorities with operational rigor.
• High integrity, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Leadership Attributes

• Collaborative: Builds trust and alignment across teams and regions.
• Influential: Communicates with clarity and impact to drive decisions.
• Change Leader: Champions innovation and manages transformation effectively.
• Strategic & Analytical: Balances execution detail with long-term vision.
• Inclusive: Creates a diverse and empowering environment where people perform at their best.