Director, Treasury
About the role
HarbourVest is seeking a Director of Treasury to help scale our global treasury capabilities. This role combines leadership, operational execution, and strategic transformation across banking infrastructure, treasury systems, and fund-level cash management.
Responsibilities
Own and improve treasury systems, including FIS Integrity, eBAM, Kyriba, and SWIFT integration, ensuring data accuracy, governance, and scalability.
Lead team responsible for administration of banking connectivity (SWIFT, SFTP, APIs, and portals) to support global payments, reporting, and reconciliation processes and periodic access reviews and control processes.
Innovate with new technology and software including Power Automate, Alteryx, and AI-enabled solutions to eliminate manual processes and improve control environments.
Lead resolution of issues across Treasury systems and banking platforms, partnering with IT and external vendors to ensure continuity of operations.
Lead Infrastructure staff in testing, validation, and rollout of system enhancements, upgrades, and new functionality across Treasury platforms.
Assist with handling fund-level cash activity including capital calls, distributions, FX and debt transactions, and liquidity-sensitive fund management ensuring accuracy and timeliness for designated funds.
Manage Treasury Infrastructure team facilitating bank account requests and workflows (e.g., new accounts, fraud mitigation technology, connectivity requests), ensuring clear ownership and timely issue resolution and successful account onboarding.
Oversee scalable onboarding models to support new legal entities, funds, and global expansion initiatives. Maintain high engagement and develop team skills, including goal setting, performance reviews and periodic meetings with team members and peers.
Develop and implement operational improvements, benchmarks, and reporting frameworks to improve operational efficiency and transparency.
Requirements
Proven expertise in Treasury, cash management systems, and global banking connectivity within an investment management or complex financial services environment.
Experience with Treasury Workstations (FIS Integrity, Kyriba strongly preferred) and SWIFT connectivity models.
Strong understanding of global banking structures, account management, and connectivity frameworks.
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical capabilities, with a focus on building scalable and sustainable solutions.
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business outcomes.
Demonstrated experience automating processes using tools such as Power Automate, Alteryx, and/or AI enabled solutions.
Qualifications
Preferred Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or similar certification preferred.
Significant experience in Treasury systems, infrastructure, or transformation roles.
Experience operating in a global, multi-entity organization or private markets firm required.
Skills
Technical proficiency throughout Treasury platforms, data tools, and banking connectivity models.
Knowledge of private equity industry and related best-in-class technology.
Sound judgment and accountability in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
Base Salary Range: $170,000.00 - $180,000.00
This USD base salary range represents only one component of total compensation for this role and is provided in accordance with local requirements. This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, which is determined based on individual and overall firm performance. In addition to salary and bonus, total compensation may include eligibility for long-term reward programs and a comprehensive total rewards package that may include retirement, health, insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs.
Our total rewards offerings are influenced by several business factors, and eligibility for certain components will vary by position and geography.