Treasury Analyst I

Valvoline•Lexington, KY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Treasury Analyst I supports the day-to-day treasury operations of Valvoline Global Operations (VGO), with a focus on cash management, liquidity monitoring, banking activities, trade finance administration, and treasury reporting. The role helps maintain accurate visibility of cash positions and supports the timely and controlled execution of treasury activities across VGO’s global, multi-entity environment. Working under the guidance of treasury leadership and more senior treasury team members, the Treasury Analyst II performs recurring treasury processes, prepares and validates financial information, coordinates with internal finance teams and banking partners, and helps resolve routine operational issues. The role requires strong attention to detail, analytical capability, and adherence to established treasury policies, controls, and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related field
2–4 years of relevant experience in treasury, corporate finance, banking operations, accounting, or a related financial role.
Foundational knowledge of cash management, banking, liquidity, and treasury operations.
Experience working with financial transactions, reconciliations, cash reporting, or similar finance processes.
2-4 years of relevant experience in Treasury, Corporate Finance, Banking Operations, Accounting, or a related financial role
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and investigate discrepancies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to work effectively with financial data and reporting.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when processing transactions and maintaining financial records.
Understanding of financial controls and the importance of following established authorization and documentation requirements.
Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and meet recurring deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across functions, geographies, and time zones.
High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive financial and banking information.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to trade finance instruments such as letters of credit, bank guarantees, or standby letters of credit preferred.
Exposure to a global, multi-entity, or multi-currency business environment preferred.
Experience with treasury management systems, ERP systems, or online banking platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

Support daily cash positioning by gathering and validating bank balances and cash activity across multiple entities, regions, and currencies.
Monitor daily cash movements and identify discrepancies or unusual transactions for investigation and escalation.
Assist with short-term cash flow forecasting by collecting, consolidating, and reviewing inputs from finance teams.
Support intercompany funding and cash concentration activities in accordance with established procedures and approvals.
Prepare recurring cash position, liquidity, and cash flow reports for review by treasury leadership.
Perform reconciliations and follow up on outstanding or unreconciled cash items.
Maintain accurate treasury data used to support liquidity planning and operational decision-making.
Process approved bank transfers, funding movements, and other routine treasury transactions in accordance with established policies and controls.
Support the administration of banking platforms, including maintaining payment templates, account information, and user access documentation.
Daily monitoring of in-house check printing and coordinating with relevant stakeholders both internal and external for check dispatch along with AR check received at HQ to be send to trade and non-trade lockbox.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and banking partners to resolve routine payment, banking, and transaction-related issues.
Maintain banking records and supporting documentation to ensure information is complete, accurate, and readily available.
Assist with bank fee analysis, investment reporting, and other recurring treasury operational activities.
Escalate transaction exceptions, control issues, and unusual activity to senior treasury team members as appropriate.
Support the administration and tracking of trade finance instruments, including letters of credit, bank guarantees, and standby letters of credit.
Maintain accurate records and documentation for outstanding trade finance instruments.
Assist with documentation required for issuances, amendments, renewals, and cancellations.
Track expiration dates and other key milestones and communicate upcoming actions to appropriate stakeholders.
Coordinate with subsidiaries, distributors, internal stakeholders, and banking partners to support timely processing of trade finance requests.
Review documentation for completeness and escalate exceptions or discrepancies for resolution.
Perform treasury activities in accordance with VGO policies, established approval requirements, SOX controls, and governance standards.
Maintain appropriate documentation and audit trails for treasury transactions and activities.
Assist with internal and external audit requests by compiling supporting documentation and transaction information.
Perform assigned treasury control activities accurately and within established timelines.
Identify potential control or process issues and escalate them to treasury leadership.
Support updates to treasury procedures, process documentation, and control records.
Utilize treasury management systems, online banking platforms, and financial reporting tools to execute assigned activities.
Prepare recurring treasury reports covering cash positions, liquidity, bank fees, trade finance, and other operational metrics.
Review treasury data for accuracy and investigate routine reporting discrepancies.
Maintain treasury data and system information in accordance with established procedures.
Support testing and implementation of treasury system enhancements and process changes.
Identify opportunities to simplify recurring activities, improve data accuracy, and increase process efficiency.
Assist with automation and standardization initiatives under the direction of more senior treasury team members.
Respond to routine treasury inquiries from finance teams and other internal stakeholders.
Coordinate across global teams to gather information and facilitate completion of treasury activities.
Develop effective working relationships with internal finance partners and external banking contacts.
Communicate transaction status, outstanding items, and operational issues clearly and in a timely manner.
Escalate complex or higher-risk matters to senior treasury team members for guidance and resolution.