Cash Manager

NielsenIQ

Cash Manager

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    The Cash Manager is responsible for overseeing global cash management operations, ensuring optimal liquidity, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance treasury efficiency. This role will lead daily cash positioning, manage banking relationships, and implement best-in-class processes for cash forecasting, pooling, and working capital optimization. The position requires analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across finance, tax, and business units to support the company’s financial objectives.

    Key Responsibilities

    Cash & Liquidity Management

    • Oversee daily cash positioning and funding across multiple entities, currencies, and banking platforms
    • Develop and maintain short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts to ensure liquidity and minimize idle cash
    • Manage intercompany funding and optimize working capital through effective cash pooling structures.

    Banking & Payment Operations

    • Lead bank account administration, including opening, closing, and compliance with KYC requirements
    • Negotiate banking terms and maintain strong relationships with global banking partners
    • Ensure timely and accurate execution of payments, transfers, and funding activities

    Treasury Strategy & Process Optimization

    • Identify and implement automation opportunities and process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability
    • Support treasury system upgrades and integration projects to strengthen operational capabilities
    • Collaborate with finance teams on liquidity planning, investment decisions, and month-end reporting

    Compliance & Risk Management

    • Ensure adherence to internal controls, treasury policies, and regulatory requirements
    • Monitor exposure to FX and interest rate risks; support hedging strategies as needed
    • Prepare and present cash management reports and KPIs to senior management

    What We Offer

    • Strategic role in a global treasury organization
    • Professional development and exposure to international cash management best practices
    • Collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CTP) preferred
    • 5+ years of experience in treasury or cash management
    • Strong understanding of liquidity management, banking systems, and global cash operations
    • Proficiency in MS Excel; experience with treasury management systems (TMS) and ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle) is highly desirable
    • Excellent analytical, organizational, and stakeholder management skills

    Preferred Skills

    • Experience in multinational corporate environments
    • Familiarity with SWIFT, payment platforms, and electronic banking tools
    • Knowledge of FX transactions, hedging basics, and exposure to financial instruments
    • Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage banking relationships effectively

    Additional Information

    This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $55,500.00 – $80,000.00. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more.

    Our Benefits

    • Flexible working environment
    • Volunteer time off
    • LinkedIn Learning
    • Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

    About NIQ

    NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

    For more information, visit NIQ.com

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    At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion