Sr. Treasury Analyst

Summary: Responsible for obtaining an advanced understanding of the treasury function, markets, and the tools used to manage the bank's various risks. Responsible for leading interactions with internal and external partners (auditors, examiners, Federal Reserve, FHLB, correspondent banks, etc.) and coordinating department responses. Responsible for aiding senior members of the Treasury team. Trains junior analysts as needed.

Salary Range: The salary range budgeted for this position is $89,200/yr to $130,300/yr and represents the Company's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The compensation offered to a candidate may vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. 

The Company also offers various benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K) match. Other rewards may include annual performance-based bonuses and wellness days. 

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a First Foundation Inc. position. Currently, we cannot sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an Employment Visa.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understands and complies with requirements of all laws and regulations applicable to the position
• Assist the Treasurer with investment purchases and sales including settlement, accounting, and reporting
• Maintain treasury systems of record
• Track and forecast liquidity and cash positions on a real-time basis
• Prepare materials for external distribution and committee presentation materials (ALCO, CWG, etc.)
• Gather economic data by utilizing various market data including Bloomberg, competitors advertised rates, financial news articles, and various internet sources
• Work with FHLB of San Francisco and recommend borrowing strategies to the Treasurer
• Work with CD brokers and lenders to implement wholesale funding programs
• Monitor and analyze financial market trends to assess potential risks and opportunities
• Assist in executing fund transfers and managing banking relationships
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as finance, accounting, and risk management teams to support overall financial goals
• Assist in developing and implementing treasury policies and procedures
• Stay informed about industry best practices and regulatory requirements related to treasury operations
• Research and design processes and analytics that ensure the bank meets regulatory standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has direct supervisory responsibilities 

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Education and/or Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics required
• Minimum of 5-7 years of related experience preferred 

Skills:

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have advanced data management skills
• Must have the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial data
• Must have the ability to run the financial forecast model
• Must be flexible with duties performed  
• Must be able to work with all levels of employees and outside vendors, etc. 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods; use hands to operate controls on a computer; reach with hands and arms for phone and computer work; and communicate on the phone wearing a headset for extended periods. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. This job description is subject to change at any time. 

First Foundation is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.