Senior Associate, Finance and Treasury Services

Senior Associate, Finance and Treasury Services (Hybrid)

Position Overview:

The Senior Associate plays a key role in Pew’s Finance and Treasury Department, with a primary focus on daily banking operations, cash flow management, and treasury functions. This individual will be responsible for supporting Pew’s liquidity and bank account management, monitoring banking transactions, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and enhancing the organization’s cash management strategies. While the role includes exposure to investment reporting and analysis, such activities will be performed in a support capacity, as the lead responsibilities in this area reside with the other Treasury analyst.

This position reports to the Director, Treasury Services, and will be based in either Pew's Washington, DC or Philadelphia office, and is eligible for hybrid work.

Responsibilities

Financial Forecasting, Analysis, and Reporting

• Works with Director to provide value-added insight and analysis on the financial implications of Pew’s strategic and operational plans.
• Prepares financial and cash flow forecasts for financial decisions and positions.
• Presents reports on the organization’s cash flow and bank account positions.
• Supports the development, maintenance and improvement of the financial models, analyses and exhibits used in management presentations and executive decision-making support.
• Uses quantitative analysis, including creation, back testing, and performance tracking of models to support financial forecasting.
• Helps create and design the development of scorecards and dashboard reporting.
• Completes special projects, typically involving business data gathering and analysis for senior management.
• Creates ad hoc analysis, as needed.

Treasury, Banking and Cash Flow Management

• Administer domestic and international banking platforms and act as the primary liaison for daily banking inquiries and issue resolutions with financial institutions.
• Open, maintain, and close bank accounts in coordination with internal stakeholders and external partners; maintain and update banking mandates and account documentation.
• Oversee daily and monthly cash positioning, liquidity tracking, and cash flow monitoring across multiple accounts to support operational needs and month-end close processes.
• Develop short- and mid-term cash flow forecasts based on historical trends and projected spending, analyze variances against actuals, and support treasury metrics and KPIs through reporting and dashboards.
• Facilitate and reconcile internal and external fund transfers, including wires, ACH, and foreign currency transactions, while minimizing idle balances and ensuring compliance.
• Monitor and report on banking activity and fees; support cost-saving initiatives and ensure timely preparation of the annual FBAR report.
• Collaborate with the Director to maintain strong banking relationships and uphold high service standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Board and Staff Matching Gift Programs

• Oversee all aspects of Pew’s board and staff matching gift programs, including:
  • Manage the matching gift tool(s) and serve as the liaison to the vendor(s)
  • Reviewing, processing, and tracking gift matching requests.
  • Communicating with staff, board members, and other departments to confirm eligibility and ensure accurate disbursement.
  • Maintaining accurate records and reconciling program activity with Finance and Matching Gift vendor(s).
• Generate reports for leadership and audit purposes, ensuring adherence to program policies.

Investment Support Functions

• Provide backup support to the investment analyst as needed, including preparation of reports, data aggregation, and document review.
• Maintain updated records of investment transactions and reconciliations.
• Assist with organizing materials for Finance Committee and investment-related reviews.
• Help ensure investment reporting packages are accurate and delivered on schedule.

Treasury Compliance and Controls and Other

• Maintain and update documentation for treasury procedures, ensuring adherence to internal controls and compliance with relevant policies.
• Prepare compliance materials, including FBAR reports, internal audit responses, and documentation for matching gifts and giving programs.
• Monitor policy compliance and recommend updates as necessary to align with best practices.
• Serve as a finance department subject matter expert for entering and managing contracts throughout the contract life cycle.

Requirements

• Generally, requires 4 years of experience, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in financial analysis, forecasting and project management experience preferred\. Concentration in Finance or Business
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to identify problems and to develop feasible solutions.
• Learns quickly with demonstrated organizational skills; manages multiple projects and move quickly from one to another.
• Strong spreadsheet skills are essential; expertise with Excel is required; experience with databases is preferred.
• Good working knowledge and familiarity with PeopleSoft, MS office suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proven presentation and project management skills.

Work Authorization:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are seeking employment without the need of a visa sponsorship.

Salary Range

The salary range represents a reasonable estimate of the annual salary based on Pew’s commitment to provide equitable and market-competitive pay. The actual salary offered will take into consideration many factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills and experience, internal pay equity, and business need.

Total Rewards

We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance.

The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex (including pregnancy), nation of origin, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.