Senior Treasury Analyst
Northbrook, IL, US, 60062
Job Description
Stepan is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Treasury Analyst to join our Treasury team. This role reports to the Assistant Treasurer and plays a key part in managing global treasury operations, including cash and liquidity management, forecasting, financial reporting, risk management and banking relationships. The ideal candidate will be passionate about process improvement and automation and will contribute to the efficiency and accuracy of our treasury functions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily cash operations for Stepan US and selected subsidiaries, including transaction reconciliation, process stop payments and positive pay exceptions and approve fund transfers.
• Serve as the primary liaison for treasury management with banking partners, supporting A/R and A/P operations and resolve critical issues promptly.
• Analyze bank fees, identify discrepancies, and resolve billing issues.
• Manage bank accounts (including short-term investment accounts) for US entities and select subsidiaries—open, close, modify accounts, manage online banking access and complete required documentation and support KYC.
• Maintain and enhance short-term and long-term cash flow forecasting models to support liquidity planning.
• Perform financial risk management activities including analyzing foreign exchange and interest rate exposures and executing/confirm/settle derivative contracts.
• Manage short-term investing and borrowing, manage intercompany loans, global cash pool coordination and prepare interest expense forecast and analysis.
• Support intercompany payments as a system administrator and process expert for multilateral netting.
• Provide transaction documentation to the Controller’s group for accounting and reporting; support month-end close, external reporting and audit processes.
• Develop ad-hoc financial reports and support internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and regulatory requirements as well as maintaining documentation for treasury transactions and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including accounting, tax, and legal—to support and enhance cash flow, liquidity management, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead and support treasury-related process improvement and automation initiatives.
Qualifications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communicator and collaborative team player.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• 2–5 years of experience in treasury, finance, or accounting.
• Solid understanding of treasury accounting and reporting principles.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) designation preferred but not required.
Education
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience is required. MBA with a concentration in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is preferred
Pay Range: $65,000 - $85,000
The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.
At Stepan Company our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Discretionary Bonus
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K with Match
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Reactions – Recognition Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 22 global manufacturing locations and over 2,500 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.
We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago