What are the responsibilities and job description for the Treasurer position at Simon & Schuster?
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Treasurer to lead our treasury operations and play a key role in managing the company’s financial assets, liquidity, and risk. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cash management, corporate finance, and banking relationships, and will contribute to the company’s growth through support in mergers & acquisitions (M&A) and other strategic financial initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Cash Management:
Oversee daily cash positioning, forecasting, and liquidity management.
Optimize cash utilization and ensure sufficient liquidity for operational and strategic needs.
Monitor and manage intercompany cash movements.
Treasury Operations:
Manage treasury systems and controls to ensure efficient operations and compliance.
Execute and monitor investment strategies for excess cash.
Maintain internal controls related to treasury activities.
Banking Relationships:
Serve as the primary liaison with banking partners and financial institutions.
Negotiate and manage credit facilities, loan agreements, and banking services.
Evaluate banking products and services to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
M&A and Corporate Finance Support:
Collaborate on financial modeling, due diligence, and integration planning for M&A activities.
Provide insights and support on capital structure, financing strategies, and debt management.
Partner with legal, tax, and external advisors on transaction structuring and execution.
Strategic Financial Initiatives:
Contribute to long-term financial planning and risk management strategies.
Support the CFO in board-level reporting and decision-making materials.
Monitor financial markets and macroeconomic trends to inform strategic planning.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA/CFA preferred).
7 years of progressive experience in treasury, banking, or corporate finance.
Strong knowledge of cash forecasting, liquidity management, and financial instruments.
Proven experience with treasury management systems and ERP platforms.
Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
Experience in M&A or capital markets transactions is preferred.
Salary : $170,000 - $180,000