Treasury Analyst - E99399

Eastern Washington University is currently seeking a Treasury Analyst. This exempt position serves a key role in fulfilling the university's responsibility for prudent fiscal management of liquid assets and long-term debt to support all campus operations and projects. Reporting to the Associate Vice President - Chief Financial Officer, the position ensures compliance with university, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulations.

The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU.

About Eastern Washington University

Eastern Washington University is a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students. As the region's polytechnic institution, EWU is recognized for its hands-on learning approach leading to in-demand careers. The 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, WA, with additional programs in downtown Spokane and select locations throughout the state. EWU offers over 100 fields of study, including bachelor's and master's degrees, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership.

EWU has been recognized as a '26-'27 College of Distinction for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow, and succeed. The university is proud to acknowledge the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes integral to the region's cultural heritage.

Responsibilities

• Cash Flow Management and Forecasting (60% of time)
  • Monitor local government investment pool and bank activity and balances.
  • Initiate the movement of funds for the institution per parameters and prepare related accounting entries.
  • Initiate cash draws/wires from various funding sources; process wires for payroll taxes and related vendor payments.
  • Review and report on university receivables and debt collection, including default rates for student loans.
  • Prepare cash reconciliations and treasury investment management reports.
  • Perform long-term cash flow forecasting and analysis using sophisticated business intelligence tools.
  • Develop and maintain robust forecasting models to project university cash inflows and outflows for working capital needs and investment time horizons.
  • Partner with other units to gather data inputs across the institution for forecasting.
• Debt Service Management, Planning, and Analysis (15% of time)
  • Participate in the university planning process by collaborating with the Controller, CFO, Budget Services, Facilities Construction & Planning, and other units during the budget planning cycle.
  • Analyze the impact of university operating initiatives and investments in capital facility improvements using long-range planning and forecasting software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience working in treasury or a related financial environment.
• High-level computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience managing treasury information and accurately recording financial transactions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively in a team environment and with diverse professionals.
• Ability to organize complex data and prepare reports in professional formats.
• Experience presenting information clearly and effectively in writing, verbally, and graphically.
• Ability to work autonomously, organize tasks, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Prior experience applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as it pertains to debt and investments, including footnote disclosures.
• Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach supportive of diverse needs, including universal accessibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a university treasury department that manages financial assets.
• Extensive hands-on system administration experience with Ellucian Banner ERP system and Tableau data analytics software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and disability insurance and retirement.
• Generous vacation and sick leave accruals, plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• Fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members.
• Discounted EWU sports tickets and full access to campus workout facilities at a minimal fee.
• Free transportation through STA buses.

Pay

$74,094 - $87,913 annually. The hired candidate’s starting salary within this range will be dependent on education, experience, and skills.

Schedule

• Regular, exempt position.
• Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• 12-month term of appointment.