Treasury Analyst

SUMMARY 

About Ketjen 

Ketjen Corporation is a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Our company is driven by a strong set of core values: curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity. These values guide our decisions, shape our culture, and define how we work together to deliver exceptional value to our customers and communities. 

About the Role 

The Treasury Analyst is responsible for managing the organization’s cash resources, supporting liquidity planning, maintaining banking operations, and delivering accurate and insightful treasury reporting. This role blends traditional treasury functions with modern data and automation tools to improve efficiency and forecasting accuracy. The Treasury Analyst reports directly to the Treasurer and is based in Houston, TX in our Clear Lake office. 

The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and highly skilled in Excel, data management, and automation tools, with a passion for improving treasury processes in a dynamic, values-driven organization. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Cash & Liquidity Management 

• Monitor daily cash positions across multiple banks and accounts. 

• Execute payments (ACH, wires, checks), perform cash reconciliations, and ensure timely processing of all transactions. 

• Prepare short- and long-term cash flow forecasts and maintain adequate liquidity for operational and debt needs. 

• Identify opportunities to optimize cash balances and reduce idle funds. 

Banking & Trade Operations 

• Manage relationships with banking and insurance partners. 

• Administer bank accounts, support account openings/closures, and oversee positive pay and fraud prevention processes. 

• Monitor bank fees, daily banking activity, and support trade-related instruments (bank guarantees or surety bonds as applicable). 

Treasury Reporting & Data Automation 

• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and adhoc treasury reports including cash positions, liquidity analytics, variance analysis, and investment performance. 

• Leverage advanced Microsoft Excel functions (pivot tables, Power Query, macros/VBA) and Microsoft Access for data management and automation. 

• Utilize AI and machine-learning tools to enhance cash flow forecasting, identify anomalies, and generate meaningful financial insights. 

Process Optimization & Controls 

• Identify inefficiencies in treasury workflows and recommend process improvements. 

• Automate recurring tasks using scripts, tools, or AI-driven solutions. 

• Support treasury system enhancements or implementations. 

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, treasury policies, GAAP requirements, and regulatory standards. 

CrossFunctional Collaboration & Projects 

• Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Accounts Payable/Receivable, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and aligned cash reporting. 

• Assist with special projects such as debt compliance, investment analysis, or treasury technology upgrades. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. 

• 2–5 years of experience in corporate treasury, cash management, banking operations, or financial analysis. 

• Strong understanding of cash management, liquidity planning, forecasting, and international banking operations. 

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VBA/macros. 

• High attention to detail, strong organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities. 

• Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills with a continuous improvement mindset. 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills. 

• Strong alignment with Ketjen’s core values: curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with Microsoft Access, treasury management systems (TMS), ERP integrations, or banking platforms. 

• Familiarity with AI/ML forecasting tools, automation platforms, or BI tools. 

• Experience with bank guarantees or surety bond administration. 

• Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or similar certification (preferred but not required).