Senior Treasury Manager

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation•Seattle, WA

About The Position

The Foundation We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumstances, should have the chance to live healthy, productive lives. We believe our employees should reflect the rich diversity of the global populations we aim to serve. We provide an exceptional benefits package to employees and their families which include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contribution, regional holidays, and opportunities to engage in several employee communities. As a workplace, we’re committed to creating an environment for you to thrive both personally and professionally. The Team The vision of Global Financial & Accounting Services (GFAS) is to provide innovative and scalable global business solutions in accounting, tax, payroll, treasury, procurement, and financial operations while safeguarding the reputation of the foundation and our related entities, with the highest standards of integrity and operational excellence. GFAS is a division within the Finance organization at the foundation and an important part of the operations function. Operations supports and enables the six program teams to make investments and to run effectively and efficiently. As a function, Finance employs approximately 200 FTE’s. The GFAS division is significant (50+ FTE’s), and responsible for financial reporting processes, technical and advisory services, internal controls, vendor due diligence and the accounting functions at the foundation. Your Role As the Senior Treasury Manager, this role focuses on enhancing the foundation’s treasury operations, focusing on systems integration, cash positioning and forecasting, internal controls, and cross-functional collaboration. You will play a key role in ensuring the foundation’s financial efficiency and effectiveness through the management of treasury systems, banking operations, and strategic initiatives. In addition, you will provide training and support to regional offices and subsidiaries, ensuring alignment with global treasury policies and practices. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to drive operational improvements and deliver impactful results. This is an individual contributor role, reporting directly to the Deputy Director, Global Treasury & Payment Solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
7+ years proven experience in cash forecasting, bank relationship management, and regulatory compliance in a treasury or finance-related role.
Technical Expertise: Proficiency in treasury management systems such as Kyriba or similar platforms and systems integration to enhance operational efficiency and reporting.
Experience managing stock donations, including evaluating and processing contributions, coordinating liquidation or holding strategies, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Understanding of investment-related activities, such as short-term investments, portfolio management, and aligning strategies with organizational financial objectives.
Knowledge of key banking processes, such as KYC, bank account management, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Expertise in cash positioning, forecasting, payment strategies, and internal controls.
Familiarity with AI and automation tools to optimize treasury workflows and improve forecasting.
Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage external partners/vendors.
Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze complex financial issues, develop actionable recommendations, and implement solutions effectively.
Collaboration and Communication: Skilled in building relationships across departments and communicating complex financial concepts to diverse audiences, including leadership and regional teams.
Training and Support: Experience in providing training and support to regional offices and subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with global strategies and enhancing local treasury capabilities.
Adaptability and Innovation: Proficiency in applying emerging technologies, such as AI and machine learning, to treasury and financial management processes.
Must be able to legally work in the country where this position is located without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Treasury Operations Management: Oversee daily treasury operations, including cash management, short-term investments, and payment processing.
Manage cash positioning and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational needs.
Supervise bank account management, including opening and closing accounts, KYC documentation, user access, and maintaining data integrity.
Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements for treasury functions.
Systems Integration and Technology: Maturing our integrations and treasury management systems (e.g., Kyriba), enhancing workflow efficiency and data reporting.
Leverage AI and other emerging technologies to optimize cash forecasting, reduce manual tasks, and improve decision-making.
Collaborate with IT and external vendors to implement and maintain scalable treasury technology solutions.
Training and Affiliate/ Regional Support: Provide training and guidance to regional offices and subsidiaries on treasury systems, policies, and processes, ensuring clear and effective communication across diverse cultural and operational contexts.
Act as a point of contact for affiliates and regional teams, addressing queries and ensuring compliance with global strategies and local regulations.
Develop training materials, toolkits, and best practices to empower regional teams and enhance their treasury capabilities
Strategic Collaboration: Partner with teams to drive strategic improvements in treasury activities, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Act as a subject matter expert in treasury processes, offering insights and recommendations for operational and financial improvements.
Collaborate on cross-functional projects with key partners such as, Legal, Payroll, Financial Planning and Analysis, IT, and other teams to support broader organizational initiatives.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with internal teams, including regional office and subsidiary teams, to address treasury-related needs and resolve issues.
Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture by modeling effective communication, raising concerns proactively, and supporting team members.