Employer Flexible · 4 months ago
Treasury Accountant Analyst
Houston, TX, 77064, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expEmployer Flexible is a professional employer organization (PEO) providing outsourcing services to small and medium-sized businesses. The Treasury Accountant Analyst plays a vital role in ensuring financial stability through cash forecasting, bank reconciliations, and ACH/NACHA processing, supporting the company's payroll delivery and financial management objectives.
Human ResourcesOutsourcingProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain detailed short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts to ensure sufficient liquidity for payroll funding, tax payments, and company obligations
Collaborate with Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable teams to gather critical data for forecasting purposes
Monitor daily cash positions across multiple bank accounts and entities, identifying trends, variances, and potential risks
Prepare regular reports for senior management, highlighting cash projections, variances vs. actuals, and recommendations for optimal treasury management
Continuously refine cash forecasting models based on changing business needs, seasonality, and historical data
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations for all company operating, payroll, and tax accounts
Investigate, document, and resolve discrepancies between general ledger and bank transactions with a focus on timely and accurate resolution
Coordinate with internal departments and banking partners to clarify and resolve unreconciled items or errors
Support external and internal audit processes by providing detailed reconciliations, transaction documentation, and explanations as needed
Implement and update reconciliation procedures and controls to streamline processes and minimize risk of error or fraud
Administer end-to-end ACH (Automated Clearing House) and NACHA (National Automated Clearing House Association) processing for payroll disbursements, tax payments, and vendor transactions
Ensure compliance with all NACHA operating rules, regulations, and company policies during electronic funds transfers
Prepare, upload, and approve ACH files for origination within established cut-off times and funding schedules
Monitor ACH returns, reversals, and exceptions, collaborating with internal teams and banking partners to resolve issues promptly
Maintain up-to-date documentation on ACH/NACHA procedures and participate in compliance audits or reviews as required
Serve as a primary contact for banks on operational treasury matters, including account set-up, technical troubleshooting, and transaction investigation
Assist in negotiating banking services, maintaining fee schedules, and evaluating bank performance against service level agreements
Monitor and enforce internal controls pertaining to treasury, cash management, and payment operations
Ensure all processes adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, NACHA, and local banking regulations)
Assist with documentation and testing of controls as part of periodic risk assessments or audits
Generate routine and ad hoc treasury and cash management reports for management review and decision-making
Conduct variance analysis, identify root causes, and recommend process improvements for enhanced efficiency and control
Administer and optimize treasury management systems (TMS), banking platforms, and ERP integrations
Support automation initiatives to reduce manual processes in reconciliations, payments, and reporting
Provide treasury insights to senior leadership to support financial planning and decision-making
Collaborate with auditors, regulators, and external consultants as needed
Perform other duties as assigned to support treasury, finance, and payroll operations
Assist with special projects, process improvements, and cross-functional initiatives as needed
Provide backup support for related accounting and treasury functions during peak periods or staff absences
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required
2+ years of treasury, cash management, or related accounting experience, ideally within a payroll processing or financial services company
Solid understanding of bank reconciliation practices, cash forecasting methodologies, and ACH/NACHA file formats and compliance requirements
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and treasury management systems; experience with ERP and payroll platforms is an asset
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with a high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, banking partners, and external auditors
Demonstrated track record of managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strict commitment to confidentiality, ethical standards, and professional integrity
Preferred
CPA/CMA or relevant certification preferred
Experience working with multi-entity operations
Familiarity with NACHA file specifications and compliance audits
Experience in process automation or lean management initiatives related to cash flow and payment processing
Proactive, resourceful, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
Interest in staying current with payment industry trends, regulatory updates, and digital treasury innovation
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision
401(k) with match
Paid life insurance
Generous PTO and holiday schedule
Company
Employer Flexible
Outsourced business solutions provider
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mike Greathouse
Founding Partner
Recent News
2022-05-05
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