Location: This is a hybrid role with Tuesday and Wednesday in NYC office
Type: This is a Full-time, permanent position
About the Team
The Investments group is a small, talented team of 4, committed to providing exceptional financial analysis and advice to enable major business decisions at the College Board. The Investments team is highly visible within the College Board and provides exceptional opportunities for professional growth.
About the Opportunity
As the Director of Investments, you will play a critical role in the strategic management of CB's resources to protect our financial health and the delivery of our important mission. You will optimize cash flow, ensure liquidity, and manage the organization's short-term operating cash fund. You will also support the operational management of our long-term investments. In this important role, you will act as a key advisor to College Board's CFO and senior leadership.
In this role you will:
Cash, Working Capital, and Short-Term Investment Management (~70%)
Prepare detailed cash flow forecast for College Board
Monitor daily cash positions and daily flow of payments to ensure adequate liquidity for College Board's operations
Oversee and manage the organization's short-term investment portfolio, which includes recommending and executing investment decisions in accordance with our investment objectives
Prepare regular performance reports for the short-term operating cash fund
Manage relationships with all financial institutions to secure the most favorable terms and services
Support the structuring and the negotiation of our credit facilities
Monitor credit facility covenant compliance and prepare quarterly reports for banks
Collaborate with Procurement and Accounting teams to drive new initiatives that enhance the management of College Board's working capital
Provide excellent financial analysis and act as a key advisor to College Board's CFO and senior leadership on financial and investment matters
Long-term Investment Portfolio Management (~30%)
Support the operational management of College Board's long-term investment portfolio, including account management, investment funding process, and Know-Your-Client requirements
Manage the relationship of College Board's custodian and other investment service providers
Monitor investment management and custody fees
Lead the review and reconciliation of monthly investment performance reports
Responsible for the accurate execution of all payments related to our investments, including capital calls, custody fees, and management fees
Support the process for the delivery of College Board's audited financial statements
Prepare materials for the College Board's Investment Committee and Board of Trustee meetings
Act as a key liaison for the Investment Committee and College Board's investment service providers
About you, you have:
A bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics or related technical field
Minimum of 6 years of relevant and progressive experience
Strong analytical, quantitative, and critical thinking skills
Adept problem-solving skills, including using data to inform decisions and actions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including facilitating meetings and presenting remotely and in-person
Strong understanding of corporate finance and investments
Exceptional attention to detail
Highly motivated with a strong interest in process improvement
Proven leadership skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, while buildingrelationships and influencing others to action
Strong organization and prioritization skills and the proven ability to move forward multiple projects in concert, both independently and as a member of the team
Outstanding knowledge of emerging trends and best practices in Treasury and cash management fields
Advanced MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills
A strong interest in expanding educational opportunity for all students
The ability to travel to in-person events 4-6 times a year
You are authorized to work in the United States.
About Our Process
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled
While the hiring process may vary, it generally includes: resume and application submission, recruiter phone/video screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise, a panel interview, a conversation with leadership and reference checks.
About Our Benefits and Compensation
College Board offers a competitive benefits and compensation program that attracts top talent looking to make a difference in education. As a self-sustaining non-profit, we believe in compensating employees equitably in relation to each other, their qualifications, their impact, and the relevant market.
The hiring range for a new employee in this position is $80,000 to $135,000.
College Board differentiates salaries by location so where you live will narrow the portion of this range in which you can expect a salary. Your salary will be carefully determined based on your location, relevant experience, the external labor market, and the pay of College Board employees in similar roles. College Board strives to provide our best offer up front based on this criteria.
Your salary is only one part of all that College Board offers, including but not limited to:
A comprehensive package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families and promote education. Our robust benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, pet insurance, tuition assistance, retirement benefits, and more
Recognition of exceptional performance through annual bonuses, salary growth over time through market increases, and opportunities for merit raises and promotions based on increased scope of responsibility
A job that matters, a team that cares, and a place to learn, innovate and thrive
You can expect to have transparent conversations about benefits and compensation with our recruiters throughout your application process.
About Our Culture
We are motivated to positively impact the educational and career trajectories of millions of students a year.
We prioritize building a diverse and inclusive team where every employee can thrive, and every voice is heard.
We value learning and growth; we offer formal and informal ways to lead through your superpowers, sharpen your strengths, and meet your development goals.
