Treasury Analyst, Cash Management; entry or senior

Treasury Analyst, Cash Management (entry or senior)

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Treasury Analyst, Cash Management (entry or senior) at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

The Treasury Analyst supports the University’s banking operations, liquidity management, and reporting. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external financial partners. This position reports to the Associate Director, Cash Management.

• Prepare daily cash position reports to monitor and forecast cash requirements.
• Perform cash reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Analyze bank funding needs, recommend, and execute funds transfers as required.

• Facilitate processing of banking transactions in accordance with University policies and procedures.
• Review payment documents for accuracy and compliance before processing payments. This includes payments for debt service, to custodial banks, tax authorities, and other parties.

• Ensure accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), University policies, and divisional objectives.
• Prepare, analyze, and reconcile treasury financial transactions and reports to Banner FMS (Financial Management System), bank statements, custodian records, and investment manager reports.
• Prepare and analyze journal vouchers for cash management and investment transactions.
• Support the University’s compliance with Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards related to credit card transactions.

• Willingness and ability to participate in cross-training initiatives aimed at developing proficiency across multiple departments within the organization.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within treasury operations and work collaboratively to implement best practices.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Interact regularly with bank staff to manage banking relationships and ensure efficient services.
• Serve as a resource and liaison for staff across the University regarding banking services.
• Act as a security administrator for online banking systems used by the Treasury Department.

• Support internal and external treasury financial reporting requirements and prepare supporting schedules.

- Account for the University’s cash pool investments, including financial reporting and analysis.

- Prepare fiscal year-end reports, including financial statement footnotes for cash, investments, and debt.

• Develop and implement controls to mitigate financial risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in treasury policies, procedures, and systems to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Job

Reports to:

Associate Director.

Leadership Accountability:
Implements operating plans.

Organizational Accountability:
Manages work group within a sub-unit of a department.

Financial Accountability:
Monitors expenditures.

Customer Accountability:
Interfaces with regulatory authorities.

Freedom to Act:
Subject to general input from supervisor.

Bachelor’s degree.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Entry level (minimum 1 year of job-related experience).

Knowledge of financial…