Associate Vice President & Treasurer

Associate Vice President & Treasurer

Job #: 042692
Location
:
Syracuse, NY
Pay Range
: $250,000 - $290,000
Hours
:
Standard University business hours (8:30am - 5:00pm academic year; 8:00am - 4:30pm summer; may vary based on operational needs)
Job Type
:
Full Time

Job Description
:
The Associate Vice President & Treasurer serves as a senior leader within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for cash management and short‑term investing, treasury operations, management of the University’s long‑term debt portfolio, collection of student accounts, and administration of the outsourced chief investment officer relationship. Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice President for Finance, the AVP & Treasurer position works with senior and executive leadership to identify, recommend and implement strategies for effectively managing financial assets.

This forward‑looking approach ensures that financial decisions are informed, resilient and aligned with the University’s long‑term priorities. This is an on‑site position.

• A bachelor’s degree is required with a preference in Finance or Business Administration.
• A master’s degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Public Administration, or another discipline directly related to treasury management is preferred.

• The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional integrity, sound judgement and a collaborative leadership style. They must balance strategic vision with attention to operational details, navigate organizational dynamics, and build trust with internal and external stakeholders.
• Extensive and proven leadership experience in treasury management of a complex, mid‑to‑large‑scale organization, preferably in higher education or a similar sector.
• Solid foundation in institutional investment management, including familiarity with private market strategies such as private equity, private credit, and real assets, with the ability to engage effectively with investment consultants, managers, and oversight committees.
• Demonstrated knowledge in cash flow forecasting, cash management best practices, and proficiency with treasury management systems in a complex organizational environment.
• Experience with debt management, including the issuance and administration of bonds and other long‑term financing instruments.
• Expertise in quantitative analyses, financial modeling, and scenario planning to inform long‑term strategy.
• Strong record with communication of complex financial information clearly to Boards, senior leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with foreign exchange risk management and internal payment operations is a plus.
• Knowledge of federal, state, accreditation‑related, and donor‑restricted financial reporting requirements applicable to higher education.
• Exceptional judgment, discretion, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence decisions at senior levels of the institution.

• Oversee and optimize the university’s debt portfolio, including managing interest rates and refinancing strategies, conducting financial analysis and strategy, and ensuring compliance with covenants and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and execute cash‑management strategies and operations to ensure optimal cash positioning, efficient payment processing, accurate cash forecasting, and adherence to cash‑management policies.
• Collaborate with the Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) to inform and advise on endowment investment strategy, support prudent investment management, ensure transparent reporting, and enable aligned financial decision‑making.
• Coordinate endowment spending policy integration and alignment and ensure donor restrictions and related fund accounting requirements are appropriate and reflected in financial reporting and stewardship.
• Cultivate, grow, and manage commercial banking relationships by identifying opportunities to expand and modernize treasury operations, including opportunities for enhancement of automated cash‑management systems, digital payment platforms, and liquidity monitoring tools.
• Provide strategic leadership and executive…