Treasury And Investment Ops Manager, Salt Lake City, UT

Treasury And Investment Ops Manager

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Job Profile Summary

The Treasury and Investment Ops, Manager is a key individual contributor responsible for ensuring the organization's liquidity, investment oversight, debt compliance, and treasury systems operate with exceptional accuracy, efficiency, and control. This role manages daily treasury activities, supports strategic investment decisions, and partners closely with internal teams and external advisors. This role collaborates closely with Accounting, Finance, and the CFO organization leadership to support financial sustainability and long-term mission impact.

Responsibilities

Cash and Liquidity Management

• Develop, maintain, and refine short- and long-term cash flow forecasts.
• Manage daily cash balances, cash positioning, transfers, and liquidity deployment.
• Oversee short-term investments and ensure compliance with the Investment Policy Statement.
• Optimize use of excess cash to support operational and strategic needs.

Investment Operations and Oversight

• Prepare performance reporting, risk analysis, and compliance reviews for the institution's investment portfolio.
• Review and analyze subscription documents and investment briefs prepared by investment advisors and support prioritization of alternate investments and private placements.
• Coordinate with external investment advisers and managers to ensure timely reporting and alignment with guidelines.
• Maintain investment tracking tools, data integrity, and reporting workflows.
• Support the Finance Committee and executive leadership with clear, accurate investment reporting.

Debt and Capital Markets Support

• Manage debt compliance requirements, including bond covenant reporting, continuing disclosures, and regulatory filings.
• Coordinate with external advisors, underwriters, and legal counsel on financing activities.
• Support rating agency preparation and materials; manage documentation for annual reviews.
• Maintain accurate records of debt service schedules, amortization, and related financial obligations.

Risk, Compliance and Internal Controls

• Monitor treasury and investment-related risks, including liquidity risk, concentration risk, and market exposures.
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