Location: Pasadena

Date: 04/04/2022

Company: BayPort Polymers LLC

BASIC FUNCTION

This role will be responsible for safeguarding financial assets, managing financial risks, and facilitating treasury activities for Baystar. They will also assist the Director in performing duties related to the retirement plans and meeting ERISA fiduciary requirements. This role is responsible for the Treasury portion of banking relationships, daily cash balance management, controlled disbursement accounts, ACH processing/compliance, and other payment processing. These duties are completed directly and by managing the treasury staff and assistance from others in the Accounting department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and enforce management objectives, directives and guidelines during daily interaction with all Baystar employees and contractors

• Provide direction and make tactical decisions while executing long term planning, driving improvement and optimization

• Develop budgets and manage costs for assigned cost centers

• Provide technical guidance and expertise, identifying performance gaps and implementing training plans

• Track and evaluate department performance using Key Performance Indicators in alignment with Leadership initiatives

• Establish clear objectives for direct reports, communicating goals and providing performance feedback through ongoing and annual performance reviews

• Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results

• Address personnel matters for subordinates (performance reviews, overtime, absenteeism control, etc.), consulting with management and HR when appropriate

• Evaluate performance and competencies of direct reports and carry out disciplinary action as needed

• Manage costs to approved budgets and monthly forecasts to consistently meet spend commitments

• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed

• Manage internal and external banking and investment relationships, including cash investment strategy/execution and commercial debt

• Manage cash management and Treasury operations including, but not limited to, bank account structure management, ensure adequate cash balances are maintained to fund operations (via transfers, including intercompany), maintain signature authorities, access and role administration for all bank accounts, and more

• Oversee reporting and compliance for Treasury operations while developing best practices to support internal and external audit requirements

• Develop and manage Treasury risk programs and strategies

• Serve as Treasury lead for Strategic Investments partnering with Corporate Development, Accounting, Tax, and Finance to drive Treasury integrations

• Understand and communicate the economic value of cash optimization strategies to leadership and stakeholders

• Lead Treasury technology improvements to support growth

• Evaluate and implement improvements to the SOX 404 controls to Treasury policies and procedures

• Primary oversight of the entire Treasury function, include continual improvement of policies and procedures for Treasury operations

• Communication with short-term borrowing banks daily to increase or reduce borrowing lines as needed to improve efficient use of funds

• Responsible for daily monitoring of ACH files processes that may require an ability to respond if there are problems (rare occurrence) during the early evening to communicate with the banks and IT department.

• Approve daily wires for release, with an ability to use bank websites to setup transactions as needed for others to release

• Manage the monitoring of controlled disbursement accounts performed by other Associates. Provide necessary oversight and decisions related to unusual activity

• Assist payment facilitation subsidiary with analysis and planning to improve profitability and knowledge about the operating results

• Manage relationship with Company’s lockbox bank and other depository banks. Work with the Accounts Receivable Team on their use of the lockboxes

• Subject matter expert for payment processes including ACH, credit cards, lockboxes, and other payment methods

• Primary contact for company’s internal bank administration function (ie: set up new users, reset passwords)

• Analyze monthly bank fees charged by various banks and work with management to define and develop solutions to be more cost efficient and effective

• Grow skills and ability to understand the necessary treasury rules and new opportunities

• Other projects as directed by company and department management and the ongoing growth of the company

• Performs other duties in alignment with job role, as assigned

CORE VALUES 

Must exhibit and demonstrate our 5 Core Values 

• Caring: Dedicated to Safety, Employees, Customers, Community and Environment

• Trustworthy: Living a Culture of Openness, Honesty and Collaboration

• Focused: Creating Value by Delivering the Right Solutions

• Innovative: Daring to be different by finding New Ways

• Fun: Embracing our Diverse Family and Celebrating our Success

COMPETENCIES 

• Job Knowledge- Understands facets of job, aware of duties and responsibilities, keep job knowledge current

• Leadership - Provides strong leadership, sets a good example, skilled decision maker, motivator, encourager

• Quality- Strives to eliminate errors, accurate work is a priority, seeks opportunities to improve product/services

• Safety – HSSE - Works in a safe manner, uses PPE, recognizes hazards, makes safety suggestions and observations, current on Training Mine

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 10+ years of relevant experience in a Treasury, Finance, Accounting, Tax, or Economics focused role; public company experience preferred

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related Business field

• CTP or equivalent required. CPA a plus

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of general banking regulations and banking practices

• Working knowledge of US GAAP accounting principles and processes

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment 

• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (i.e., pivot tables, data analysis, and formula creation)

• Strong relationship skills with the ability to foster a sense of community with internal and external stakeholders

PHYSICAL CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the incumbent to:

• Follow safety requirements for the role

• Wear required PPE (eye protection, noise protection, etc.) when inside plant environment, or where directed by signage

• Lift up to 10 pounds

• Walk safely in and around industrial areas

• Work under deadline pressure within an environment that demands attention to safety and detail

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time

• Work at computer for significant periods of time throughout the day

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Location: Houston

Date: 4/7/2022

Redbridge

Link to apply:

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Job Description

Who We Are

Redbridge Debt & Treasury Advisory is a leading multinational financial management partner to corporations around the globe that is changing the rules of the game to empower our clients. We look beyond conventional methods, conceive new strategies, and work hard to transform the financial industry.

But we do not stop there. Our company is firmly rooted in our core values. We are Caring. We care for people, and think, live, and work to serve the interests of our clients, employees, and environment. We are Committed. We go the extra mile to deliver the best results and exceed expectations. We are Independent. We are conflict-free; our culture of independence fosters transparency, fuels collaboration, and gives our clients full control of the decision-making process.

The Team

Members of the Redbridge Treasury Advisory product line strive to serve our clients as the premier and only independent advisory service that can support​​ and provide guidance to all aspects of Cash Management. A candidate looking to join Redbridge can look forward to becoming part of a growing firm that promotes from within. As a global company, a candidate can expect a high degree of international exposure from not just our clients and the markets we serve but our team as well. Redbridge is committed to building a diverse workforce with multi-representational leadership.

An individual looking to join Redbridge can expect an environment that nurtures creativity and innovation; we provide our employees with flexible working spaces, lounges, standing desks, and open. Other benefits a candidate can expect include a culture that rewards our team members for hard work, robust benefits, a casual dress code, and an emphasis on health and wellness.

If This Sounds Like You, Here Is What We Look For:

Roles & Responsibilities

• Advise clients on multiple aspects of their Cash Management and banking relationships, in order to help identify, assess, manage and measure potential optimization opportunities.
• Lead and / or supervise complex projects including managing a full tender process (RFP or bilateral discussions), managing Associates & Analysts, guarantee the quality of the delivery, demonstrate thorough problem-solving skills and ability to clearly communicate solutions.
• Support Global Relationship Managers (GRM) in charge of business development in the United States and globally (trends, product and methodology materials, marketing & sales support).
• Interface with banks, vendors and clients on a regular basis, in person and on the phone.
• Research emerging trends and best practices in the Cash Management industry.

Key Competencies

Hard Skills:

• Strong project management skills (analytical skills, respect for schedules, management of relations with banks and clients, “think outside the box” spirit to bring the maximum value to our clients)
• Good origination skills with strong communication and presentation capabilities.
• Ability to construct research reports and other materials that meet rigorous internal guidelines for accuracy and formatting.
• Be able to learn and innovate upon our process in optimizing Cash Management while adhering to Redbridge’s philosophy and strong principles of transparency and independence.
• Demonstrate significant Microsoft Office capabilities in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word along with ability to master proprietary software applications.

Soft Skills:

• Client focus: Always put your clients’ needs first and make every decision in your clients’ interest to build future solid relationships.
• High level of organization: Knows and respects delivery processes, excellent prioritization, anticipates and adheres to all deadlines (internal and with clients), easily manages various projects at the same time.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrates expertise in their product line as recognized by clients. Tries to improve by learning from others (colleagues, clients) and by themselves.
• Detail Oriented: Dedicate necessary time and efforts to ensure reports and analyses are accurate, clear, and understandable by the client.
• Consulting Mindset: Prioritizes relationships with prospective clients, utilizes active listening and open dialogue to identify their needs, and effectively communicates how the product line can fully address the clients’ needs.
• Productive & Pro-Active: Able and willing to work swiftly, to respond positively to additional pieces of work required by clients or by the management.
• Innovative: Proposes tools, changes in the process, to improve the way we manage “standard” deals and help the team to do things better and faster.
• Continuous Improvement: Motivated to improve, mature, and optimize results, customer focus, communication, acquiring knowledge, and problem solving for yourself and the team.
• Collaborative approach / mind-set: Works to move each team member forward by sharing expertise, accepting feedback, and making any necessary changes.

Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor’s degree is a requirement, Master’s degree is preferred.
• Preferred fields of study: Accounting, Finance, Economics, or field of study requiring extensive experience in academic research.
• 10 years of relevant experience within a Cash Management division of a bank, consultancy company or Treasury department
• Awareness of Cash Management industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Fluent in both written and spoken English
• Multilingual or bilingual in French and / or Spanish is a plus.

Do We Seem Like a Match?

If this position sounds like what you have been waiting for, we want to hear from you. Aside from your resume and some standard information, be ready to answer some questions that will let us know why we need you on our team!

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Date: 5/9/2022

Location: Houston, TX

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for day to day oversight of North America bank accounts including balance reporting, wire and account transfers, related online software and assisting in borrowing and paydown processes for credit facility.  Also primary responsibility for maintenance of credit function of client setup portal based which includes, reviewing credit request submissions and rendering credit decisions based on authority level and facilitating escalation when necessary to supervisor or other finance leadership.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

-  Maintain bank online cash management software including all bank accounts, user access, transfer templates, related internal controls, etc.

- Updates daily cash flow projections for North America bank accounts based on feedback from supervisor and other finance staff for purposes of making borrowing and paydown decisions.

- Sets up daily wire and account transfers as requested by appropriate individuals within finance team and ensures proper communication/notification of transfers when completed.

- Regularly updates global cash balance reporting based on download of balances from online software and reporting received from global finance team.

- Assists in preparing borrowing and paydown documents relating to global credit facility.

- Day to day oversight of customer credit maintenance requests from field via customer setup portal. This includes, but not limited to interpreting Dunn & Bradstreet credit reports, reviewing client and interpreting client billing and payment history and reaching out to client references for credit checks and related as needed.

- When credit requests are beyond approval authority must bring to attention of supervisor and/or corporate financial leadership with appropriate documentation and supporting information so that proper evaluation can be made.

- Primary responsibility for maintaining user access to Dunn & Bradstreet reporting for North America users

-  Other duties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time.

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

-  Talking, hearing and using hands to operate computer equipment

-  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus

-  Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment.

OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES

- Advanced Excel skills including use of macros, vlookup, importing and exporting data, etc.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and comprehension)

Must be detail oriented and able to work in a very fast paced environment

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting, equivalent business degree, required.

- 5 - 7 years of related experience required.

- 3 - 5 years industry experience preferred.

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