Treasury Operations Manager

Sallie Mae

Treasury Operations Manager overseeing cash management, payments, liquidity, and controls for Sallie Mae’s student-finance bank. Leading Treasury staff, process automation, technology initiatives, and cross-functional risk governance.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeSterling • Utah, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Treasury Operations, including cash management, funds transfer, and operational controls, while leading teams to drive process improvements and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

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Treasury Operations LeadershipCash ManagementFunds Transfer OperationsOperational ControlsPeople Leadership

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Hard Skills

Cash PositioningWire TransfersBank Account ManagementPayment OperationsFinancial AnalysisRisk ManagementGovernance Practices

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointFinancial SystemsGeneral Ledger PlatformsReporting Tools

Industry Keywords

Treasury Management SystemComplianceAuditLiquidity ManagementOperational Efficiencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead key Treasury Operations activities supporting Treasury Operations leadership
Oversee daily cash management, funds transfer operations, correspondent bank account administration, and liquidity-related operational processes
Lead a team responsible for funds transfers, cash positioning, bank account administration, payment processing, reconciliation support, and issue resolution
Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational efficiencies while maintaining a strong control environment
Support Treasury technology initiatives, including system enhancements and future Treasury Management System implementations
Serve as a first line of defense leader within Treasury Operations
Ensure procedures, controls, and documentation are maintained and executed effectively
Collaborate with Treasury, Accounting, Compliance, Risk, Legal, Technology, and external banking partners
Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, resolve issues, and support decision-making
Support audit, regulatory, compliance, and risk management activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
5–10 years of Treasury Operations, cash management, banking operations, or related financial services experience
2+ years of people leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience
Experience with cash positioning, wire transfers, bank account management, payment operations, and operational controls
Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and governance practices
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience utilizing financial systems, general ledger platforms, databases, and reporting tools
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed
Support for financial-well-being and retirement
401k with employer match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more
Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs
Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)
Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives
Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs
Career development and training opportunities