Treasury & Financial Strategy Leader

About Columbia Credit Union

Columbia CU is a full-service financial institution with $2.5 billion in assets, over 100k members and we pride ourselves in our commitment to “Making Life Better” in the communities we serve.  Since 1952, our commitment toward “Making Life Better” has earned us accolades and we are honored to be the recipient of several local community recognitions:

• Best of Clark County Award / The Columbian - 2008-2025
• Best in Business Award / Vancouver Business Journal - 2013-2024
• Corporate Philanthropy Award / Portland Business Journal - 2017-2025

Columbia CU Guiding Principles

Vision: The most trusted, respected, and sought-after financial institution, providing innovative solutions and support for our employees, members, and communities we serve.

Mission: Bringing people together to make life better for themselves and their communities. 

Value Proposition: Earning your trust with knowledgeable people and digital options so you can bank “Columbia” how and when you want.

Leadership Philosophy: Leaders at Columbia CU inspire enthusiasm and accountability that drive our mission. Leaders build engagement and communicate honestly and openly. By rallying everyone around our shared vision, Leaders model and expect the best from individuals and teams.

Core Values

People - We have a passion for helping each other and our members.

Community - We have a passion for contributing to the success and growth of the communities we serve.

Financial Wellness - We have a passion for providing the financial education, tools and assistance that create financial wellness and stability for our organization, each other, our members and the communities we serve.

Benefits

• 100% paid Medical, Dental, Vision for employee - eligible the 1st of the month following hire date
• Accrued PTO, Accrued Extended Sick Time and 11 Paid Bank Holidays
• 401k Match- 100% match up to 6% employee contribution
• A hybrid home office option can be consideredin Vancouver, Washington or Portland, Oregon after all on-site training has been completed and all work from home requirements are met.   
• Tuition Assistance
• And More!

About The Role 

The Treasury & ALM & Balance Sheet Strategy Manager is a key finance leader responsible for overseeing the credit union’s treasury function while providing enterprise-wide financial analysis and strategic insight. This role leads balance sheet strategy, liquidity management, and asset-liability oversight, while delivering advanced modeling and analytics to support executive decision-making.  As a people leader and strategic advisor, this role partners closely with the CFO and executive team to evaluate business decisions, optimize financial performance, and guide the organization through changing economic and market conditions in a $2.5B–$3B credit union environment.

JOB COMPETENCIES 

• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Builds Effective Teams: Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Business Insight: Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Financial Acumen: Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.
• Manages Ambiguity: Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES   

Treasury, Liquidity & Balance Sheet Management:

• Lead all treasury functions, including liquidity management, funding strategy, and cash flow forecasting
• Develop and manage cash flow systems to meet operational and member liquidity needs
• Maintain and optimize lines of credit and external funding relationships
• Oversee the investment portfolio in alignment with policy and strategic goals
• Ensure appropriate liquidity under both normal and stressed conditions.

Asset Liability Management (ALM) & Financial Risk

• Serve as a key member of ALCO and related pricing committees
• Lead interest rate risk analysis, balance sheet positioning, and optimization
• Present monthly/quarterly ALM analysis and strategic recommendations
• Monitor financial risks and align strategies to economic and market conditions

Financial Modeling, Analytics & Strategic Insight

• Develop and maintain advanced financial models and forecasts
• Perform scenario analysis and stress testing across liquidity, credit, and rate environments
• Translate complex financial data into actionable insights for leadership
• Provide ad hoc and enterprise-wide financial analysis to support strategic decisions

Strategic Advisory & Enterprise Decision Support

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and executive team
• Recommend cost optimization, revenue opportunities, and growth strategies
• Evaluate investment opportunities and business initiatives
• Support organizational planning, budgeting, and long-term financial strategy

Profitability, Product & Pricing Strategy

• Lead analysis of organizational, product, and member profitability
• Oversee systems that track profitability and financial performance
• Provide insights into pricing effectiveness, margins, and performance drivers
• Support development of products and services aligned to financial goals
• Recommend adjustments to deposit rates, fees, and pricing strategies

Banking Products & Financial Expertise

• Maintain strong knowledge of lending, deposit, and investment products 
• Support product strategy with financial guidance balancing profitability, liquidity, and risk
• Collaborate with lending, commercial, and deposit teams on reporting and strategy

Reporting, Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Participate in annual balance sheet and financial budgeting processes
• Provide forecasts for deposit growth, member behavior, and key metrics
• Deliver regular financial reports and executive-level insights
• Track performance against strategic and financial goals

Vendor Management & Operational Oversight

• Manage treasury-related vendors, including due diligence, contracts, and performance reviews
• Optimize vendor pricing and services; oversee RFP/RFI processes
• Ensure operational efficiency and alignment with organizational goals

Regulatory, Compliance & Governance

• Serve as liaison with regulators as appropriate
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Support audits, reporting requirements, and financial governance standards
• Provide leadership that inspires accountability, engagement, and performance
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing treasury and analytics team
• Collaborate with business intelligence and cross-functional teams as a data steward
• Foster a culture of integrity, transparency, and data-driven decision-making

REQUIREMENTS 

• 7+ years of progressive experience in treasury, finance, or a related financial function. Highly preferred to have a demonstrated impact through Asset Liability and liquidity management in complex or varied economic environments.
• 4+ years’ experience in people leadership including cross‑functional teams, coaching/mentoring talent, and building high‑performing, future‑ready individuals is highly preferred. 
• 2+ years of experience leading analysis of future investment opportunities and advising senior leadership on treasury investment strategy is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related, or equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience developing and evolving treasury products, services, or capabilities.
• Demonstrated strong quantitative analytical, organizational and project management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including MS Office suite with demonstrated advanced skills in Excel.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical requirements outlined below encompass the diverse range of abilities needed for individuals to effectively perform the essential functions of this job.

• Communicate information and ideas clearly for mutual understanding.
• Exchange accurate information effectively in various situations.
• Observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Constantly remain in a stationary position.
• Occasionally move around the workspace.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Rarely ascend/descend a ladder.
• Occasionally position oneself to maintain files or other items.
• Never move items weighing up to 60 pounds across the office for various needs.
• Never work in outdoor weather conditions.
• Never operate a vehicle.
• Rarely travel between worksites.

COMPENSATION

• $170,000.00 - $190,000.00/ year
• Eligible to earn Back Office Incentive

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA

Must be 18 or older to apply