Director of Financial Operations and Treasury

Are you a proactive and results-oriented finance professional with a passion for building positive relationships and delivering high-impact financial insights?

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Treasury Operations Leader to oversee and manage our company's treasury function.

This role is responsible for the strategic management of the company's treasury activities, including cash management, liquidity planning, risk management, and the optimization of financial resources.

At Washington Dental Service our vision is that all people can enjoy good oral and overall health, with no one left behind.

We succeed because of a shared commitment to a set of values that guide everything we do - for our customers, for our communities, and for each other.

We are Accountable. We lean in with Courage. We stay Curious. We are Inclusive. We act with Integrity.

We offer a highly competitive medical, dental and vision plans as well offering a generous 401k match and all employees start accruing vacation and sick time from their very first day.

We empower employee development through our tuition reimbursement plan, professional development plans, and employee-led communities.

The pay range for this position In Western Washington varies between $145,530.00 - $210,735.00, and for Eastern Washington varies between $121,660.

00 - $176,170.00. Washington Dental Service and its affiliates, including Delta Dental of Washington and Arcora Foundation intends to offer the selected candidate a base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience.

Base pay will also be adjusted based on the candidate's geographic location.

Essential Responsibilities include the following : The list of responsibilities listed is not intended to be comprehensive.

Washington Dental Service and its affiliates, including Arcora Foundation, Delta Dental of Washington, and TriForza reserve the right to change the responsibilities at any time with or without notice.

Cash Management :

• Oversee daily cash position and cash flow forecasting.
• Manage short-term and long-term cash flow to ensure liquidity.
• Optimize cash handling processes and banking relationships.

Liquidity Planning :

• Develop and implement strategies to ensure adequate liquidity across all subsidiaries, given regulatory constraints.
• Monitor and manage company-wide liquidity needs. Develop cash projections and recommend capital allocation options.

Risk Management :

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks including foreign exchange, interest rates, and credit risks.
• Develop and implement risk management policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Treasury Operations :

• Oversee the improvement of treasury management systems and tools.
• Oversee debt issuance and management, including covenants compliance.

Compliance :

• Manage compliance around employment / federal / state / local payroll tax returns, including unclaimed property.
• Serve as primary collaborator with Internal audit and other internal partners on behalf of Treasury function.
• Strong understanding and experience implementing Treasury-related internal controls.

Banking Relationships :

• Oversee and develop relationships with banks and financial institutions.
• Negotiate banking services and fees to ensure cost-effective arrangements.

Cash Reporting and Analysis :

• Oversee preparation and present regular reports on cash flow, liquidity, and treasury performance.
• Conduct cash deployment analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of treasury-related information.

Team Leadership :

Lead, mentor, and develop the treasury team, which includes Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll functions.

Must be adept at reinforcing and demonstrating WDS / DDWA core values cross functionally.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Strategic Initiatives :

• Support strategic projects, including mergers and acquisitions, capital structure optimization, and other corporate finance activities.
• Serve as leader of Treasury function in cross-functional teams to drive corporate initiatives and growth strategies.

Experience, skills, and education do you need to have to succeed in the position : The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in treasury or corporate finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Professional certification such as Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is a plus.
• Experience leading Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll functions
• Strong understanding of cash management, financial markets and risk management strategies.
• Experience with practical application of artificial intelligence on Finance processes
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in treasury management systems and financial modeling tools.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Washington Dental Service and its affiliates, including Arcora Foundation, Delta Dental of Washington, and TriForza is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)