Treasury & Financial Operations Manager

Mission Lane is combining the power of data, technology, and exceptional service to pave a clear way forward for millions of people on the path to financial success. By attracting top talent and leveraging cutting-edge technology, we’re enabling people to unlock real financial progress. Sound like a mission you can get behind?

We’re seeking a Treasury & Financial Operations Manager with proven experience scaling financial operations, driving efficiencies via automation, and managing cash flow in the financial services industry.

Reporting to the Controller and partnering closely with the Head of FP&A, Head of Capital Markets, and the CFO, this critical role involves managing all day-to-day treasury and finance operations, ensuring efficient cash flow, mitigating financial risks, and fostering strong relationships with our capital markets team and partner banks.

The person in this role will also be instrumental in transforming our financial operations by leading the implementation and optimization of treasury management systems and evolving our processes from manual workflows to automated, efficient systems.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Automation & Efficiency: Lead the identification, implementation, and optimization of treasury and finance management systems (e.g., Kyriba) to automate current manual, Excel-based workflows. Drive continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Cash Management & Financial Risk Mitigation: Oversee daily cash positioning, liquidity, and cash flow projections for a credit card/financial services environment. Manage bank accounts, payment processes, and proactively identify and mitigate financial risks.
• Operational Scaling & Modernization: Leverage expertise in scaling financial operations to evolve existing manual processes into robust, scalable, and efficient workflows, accommodating company growth.
• Financial Relationship Management: Maintain strong relationships with banking partners and our internal Capital Markets team.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure strict compliance with treasury policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements. Support financial reporting and analysis.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with accounting, product, payments, and other business teams to enhance overall financial operations.
• Ad Hoc Initiatives: Participate in audits and strategic projects related to treasury and finance operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related quantitative field.
• 8+ years of experience in treasury or finance operations within the financial services or fintech industry, with a demonstrable track record of scaling operations from small to materially significant levels.
• Deep understanding of money movement and cash flow dynamics within a credit card, banking, or other financial services context.
• Proven expertise in implementing and optimizing financial software and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP S/4HANA), specifically with strong experience in treasury management systems (TMS) such as Kyriba.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python) and a mindset for automation and continuous process improvement.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute complex financial projects in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment.
• Highly adaptable, proactive problem-solver who can balance strategic priorities with tactical execution.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Continuous learner passionate about staying updated on emerging financial technologies and industry best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications such as CTP (Certified Treasury Professional), CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst), or relevant technology certifications.
• Experience with APIs and data integration methods relevant to financial systems.
• Experience with specific treasury management systems, payment gateways, or other fintech solutions.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance standards within the fintech industry.
• Exposure to agile methodologies and project management tools.

Compensation:

Annual full-time base salary range: $125,000 – $140,000