Director Treasury

Job Description

Thank you for considering a career at Port Houston. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. By applying, you are taking an important step toward advancing your career with an organization committed to excellence.Port Houston offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment. Joining our team means embarking on a fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and impact.Before submitting your application, please ensure your resume is ready for upload in either .doc or .pdf format. Application must be completed in full.Position Summary:Provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for the treasury and capital finance function, establishing and optimizing enterprise-class capabilities in debt portfolio management, liquidity optimization, cash management, investments, banking relationships, pension and post-retirement benefit finance, regulatory compliance, treasury policy governance, and robust financial controls that safeguard assets and ensure fiduciary accountability.Partners with senior management and stakeholders to develop forward-looking treasury strategies powered by advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and technology platforms that enhance decision-making, optimize capital allocation, and create competitive advantage. Ensures all strategies and processes align with internal control frameworks, compliance requirements, and risk-mitigation standards. Drives modernization of the treasury technology stack, including implementation and optimization of integrated Treasury Management platforms, to enable real-time visibility, automated workflows, control integrity, and data-driven strategic initiatives. Leads a high-performing treasury team in delivering value through technological innovation, rigorous financial analysis, strict adherence to financial controls, and proactive risk management to support the organization's mission of efficient infrastructure investment and sustainable value creation.Directs staff responsible for daily cash and investment management, depository and custodial banking services, bank and rating agency relations, mitigating credit and financial risk exposures, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, policies, and bond covenants, and strategies to optimize liquidity. Establishes, monitors, and continuously strengthens financial controls across cash handling, investment activities, debt administration, and treasury operations to ensure transparency, accuracy, and audit readiness. Key Responsibilities/Duties: Leadership & Team Development Direct and develop a treasury team, establishing clear accountability frameworks, performance metrics, and professional development pathways aligned with organizational excellence standardsEstablish departmental goals, objectives, and performance standards that balance operational rigor with strategic innovation; track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure treasury value creationConduct regular performance evaluations, provide coaching and mentorship, and foster a culture of continuous learning in technology, finance, and analyticsBuild a treasury organization capable of leveraging advanced analytics and technology to drive competitive advantage and organizational valueFinancial Risk Management & ComplianceOversee identification, measurement, and mitigation of treasury-related financial risks, including interest rate risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, and foreign exchange exposureEstablish policies, procedures, and internal financial controls to ensure compliance with debt covenants, bond indentures, legal agreements, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., GASB, Texas Pension Review Board, Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board)Maintain regulatory compliance across all treasury activities; ensure accurate bond disclosures and timely submissions to government agencies and rating organizationsManage the Authority's bond arbitrage liability and engage outside bond counsel for the reporting and timely payment of any amounts due to the IRSLead and organize IRS audit requests, engage disclosure and tax counsel, assemble documentation for the stated bond issue under audit and file report to the IRS in accordance with the requestTechnology & System LeadershipLead the strategic implementation, optimization, and continuous improvement of enterprise treasury platforms (e.g., Kyriba or other), ensuring full utilization of capabilities for cash management, liquidity forecasting, and reportingOwn the technology roadmap for the treasury department; evaluate, recommend, and oversee adoption of emerging treasury technologies and analytical tools to enhance efficiency and decision-makingEstablish data governance frameworks, data quality standards, and system integration protocols to ensure accurate, timely, and accessible financial information across treasury systemsCollaborate with IT leadership and external vendors to ensure systems security, compliance, business continuity, and scalability to support organizational growthChampion automation and process optimization initiatives to reduce manual workload, improve accuracy, and free resources for higher-value strategic analysisPredictive Analytics & Financial ForecastingCollaborate with Financial Planning and Analysis to establish enterprise-wide cash flow forecasting protocols that integrate operational data with strategic plans to provide management with proactive insights on liquidity and funding requirementsDevelop scenario analysis and stress-testing frameworks to evaluate the impact of market conditions, operational changes, and strategic initiatives on treasury position and financial flexibilityCreate advanced analytics dashboards and reporting tools that enable real-time treasury visibility and support agile decision-making by senior managementConduct continuous analysis and variance reviews of forecasts against actual results; refine models and assumptions to improve prediction accuracy and reliabilityStrategic Capital & Financial ManagementResponsible for leading and collaborating with internal and external parties to develop integrated financing strategies that optimize the capital structure, minimize cost of capital, and maximize financial flexibilityLead debt portfolio management activities, including negotiating and executing short-term and long-term financing transactions, refinancing opportunities, covenant compliance monitoring, and strategic issuance planning aligned with capital improvement program implementationOversee bond disclosures, debt documentation, and required filings with rating agencies, regulatory bodies, and market participants to maintain market access and organizational transparencyManage banking relationships and rating agency relations to support favorable borrowing terms, operational efficiency, and strategic opportunitiesEstablish and maintain investment policies and procedures; evaluate options and responsible for the investment for the $700M+ of general funds, asset allocation strategies, and performance benchmarks to optimize returns within risk parametersPension & Benefit Finance AdministrationOversee comprehensive administration of defined benefit pension plans, other postemployment benefits (OPEB) trusts, defined contribution 401(a) plans, and deferred compensation 457(b) plansConsult with pension representatives, actuaries, investment managers, external auditors, and legal counsel on asset allocation, investment manager selection, plan amendments, and compliance with accounting standardsMonitor plan performance against investment benchmarks and liability metrics; conduct variance analyses and provide recommendations for optimizing plan funding and returnsStrategic Communication & Stakeholder RelationsCreate compelling financial analyses, presentations, and reports that translate complex treasury activities into clear strategic insights for senior management and Board stakeholdersDevelop ad-hoc financial analyses to support strategic decision-making, including liquidity impact assessments, capital optimization opportunities, and cost-benefit analyses of financing alternativesParticipate in the Speakers Bureau and community engagement initiatives to enhance organizational visibility and communicate Port Houston's economic impact and strategic importanceFoster collaborative relationships with commercial banks, investment banks, rating agencies, and external consultants to leverage market intelligence and advance strategic opportunitiesServe as executive liaison between treasury operations and senior leadership on matters affecting organizational financial strategy and positioningOrganizational StewardshipAct as a member of the Port Houston management team, contributing to the development and execution of the Strategic Plan and enterprise initiativesEnsure departmental budgets are managed effectively; allocate resources efficiently to support operational excellence and strategic prioritiesChampion organizational commitment to financial transparency, including compliance with the Transparency Stars Program and proactive communication of financial performanceUphold Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you) in all treasury activities and team interactionsPerform related duties as required by senior managementEducation/Experience:Bachelor's degree from a public or accredited private academic institution required, with a major in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field preferredMaster's degree or MBA strongly preferred8+ years of progressive financial and treasury management experience required, including demonstrated expertise in treasury technology, financial analysis, or capital marketsSupervisory and/or executive leadership experience requiredDemonstrated experience with enterprise treasury platforms (e.g., Kyriba, Broadridge, GTreasury) preferredExperience with financial forecasting models, data analytics platforms, and business