COMPANY OVERVIEW
KKR & Co. Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management and capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of The Global Atlantic Financial Group.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Americas Treasury Lead will be joining a rapidly evolving Global Treasury team and responsible for overseeing the day-to-day responsibilities of the Americas treasury teams across all lines of business. This includes oversight and management of teams handling deal funding support, distributions and balance sheet funding.
The scope of responsibilities also includes cash and liquidity management, payments, building strategic partnerships with banks and leading critical strategic initiatives across the Americas Treasury Platform. As a member of the Global Treasury Leadership team, the Americas Treasury Lead will play a critical role in partnering across regions to deliver best in class service and an institutionalized Treasury operating platform.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive the strategic vision and leadership for the Americas Treasury function
- Ensure efficient and secure payment processes, implement robust internal controls, and prevent fraud
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize cash flow, oversee daily cash operations, and lead forecasting initiatives
- Maintain relationships with banking partners, optimize account structures, and negotiate service agreements
- Manage and mentor the treasury team, foster professional growth, and align global best practices
- Actively partner with key stakeholders on a number of critical strategic and “BAU support” oriented initiatives (key stakeholders include Finance, Operations, Deal Teams, Client Services, Client and Partner Group, HR, and more)
- Contribute to Global Treasury thought leadership, strategic planning, automation and process development
- Manage the implementation and execution of the Global Treasury Business plan for the Americas region
- Partner with technology to deliver key foundational infrastructure projects for the Treasury team
- Participate in cross-functional leadership meetings supporting new fund product development and launches
- Oversight of policy compliance and adoption across governance tools
- Develop KPI’s related to team and individual performance
- Lead the development of internal and external marketing materials related to Treasury responsibilities and value-add
- Ad hoc project support
QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate and/or Postgraduate level education with a strong academic record
- Seasoned professional with 10+ years’ experience in Asset Management related Treasury, Treasury Operations, Banking, multinational corporate treasury function or similar
- Knowledge of Private Markets, Real Estate, Credit, Security & FX Settlements, fund leverage, and the investment management industry is critical
- Very good understanding of cash management, banking products, and financial instruments
- Change management experience is a strong plus
- An interest in improving processes through technology
- Treasury management system, data warehouse/lake, and data analysis experience is considered valuable
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS
- A risk mind‐set with the ability to identify, solve and mitigate perceived risks
- Detail orientated with exacting standards and impeccable business judgment
- Self-starter with an ownership mindset and proven track record of producing accurate, actionable and timely information
- Driven to succeed in a high demand fast-changing environment, is flexible and constantly strives to innovate with interest in improving process efficiency through technology and business process re-engineering
- Strong emotional intelligence, excellent analytical and communication skills combined with ability to work independently with can-do attitude
- Strong understanding of the importance of brand & communication of value creation
- Professional demeanor, highly ethical, accountable and with absolute discretion and professionalism
- Confident in dealing with people at all levels of the firm and ability to connect and build strong relationships
- Flexible attitude towards a varied and challenging set of deliverables
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This is the expected annual base salary range for this New York-based position. Actual salaries may vary based on factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and team performance.
Base Salary Range
$200,000—$245,000 USD
KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.
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What We Do
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management and capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of The Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com and on Twitter @KKR_Co.
