Treasury Planning Specialist

TREASURY ANL 3 (005671)

UCPath Position ID: 40068179

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1119613

Approved Date:

5/6/2026 2:05:45 PM

Date Last Edited:

5/6/2026 2:05:43 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

4/20/2023

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

6400O

Organization:

VICE CHANCELLOR/CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Division Code:

6440D

Division:

BUSINESS & FINANCE SOLUTIONS

Department:

355200 - TREASURY SERVICES

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40068179

Position Description ID

166309

UC Payroll Title:

TREASURY ANL 3 (005671)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 22

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40141210

Reports to Payroll Title:

TREASURY ANL 5

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40050704

Department Head Payroll Title:

TREASURY MGR 2

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Associate Treasurer, Planning and Analytics, the Treasury Planning Specialist will develop, manage and assist to lead various Treasury and financial initiatives consistent with UCLA's mission and department objections. The Specialist will execute numerous activities including but not limited to cash flow and working capital forecasting, complex financial and investment analysis, internal banking, and financial transaction support and comprehensive debt management and reporting; the results of which will influence senior leadership decisions and actions. The incumbent will have client facing responsibilities in the origination and administration of internal loans; and will work with numerous stakeholders across functional and business units to facilitate the distribution of loan funds, collection of loan payments and the management and reconciliation of department fund accounts related to internal lending and investments. The Specialist will proactively collaborate with campus stakeholders to develop new processes for that improve efficiency in financial reporting and analytics, strengthen data management and support the maintenance and enhancement of forecasting and financial analysis software and their functionality.

Internal Banking

 • Proactively initiate underwriting activity as Treasury's lead point of contact  for internal loan agreements.

 • Facilitate negotiation of loan terms with requestors and prepare loan documents for approval by the CFO. Prepare and edit loan agreements.

 • Independently meet with loan requestors, Capital Programs, Accounting, Academic Planning and Budgeting and other stakeholders regarding loan initiation, funding source, loan administration and monthly reconciliation.

 • Facilitate loan distribution and repayment in accordance with Internal Banking Center policies and procedures.

 • Develop resources to analyze and report Internal Banking activity and productivity metrics. Manage the centralized database for all Internal Loans.

 • Responsible for edits as well as policy and procedure improvements.

 • Act as  a backup for the Associate Treasurer, Planning & Analytics and serve as a subject matter expert on UCLA Internal Banking Center policies, fund balances, procedures and activities.

40%

Cashflow Forecasting and Ad hoc Working Capital Analysis

 • Oversee and manage the long-term cash flow model. Provide ad hoc short and long term cash flow analyses.

 • Create cash flow metrics and maintain all cash flow reporting tools with a focus on cash flow movement, liquidity and debt capacity.

 • Refine reference mapping across all UCLA bank accounts and internal funds for integration with the long-term cash flow forecast.

 • Refine reference mapping on financial control/intercompany accounts for integration with the long-term cash flow forecast.

 • Manage the database of cash activities in collaboration with Cash Flow data software or other designated university information technology resource.

 • Validate the cash forecast methodology and provide strategic recommendations based upon UCLA's cash position and investment portfolio compared to school/department claims and fund balances.

 • Extract banking and financial control data for cash related financial analysis.

 • Independently manage working capital reports and develop scenarios for the Associate Treasurer, Treasurer, Controller and Chief Financial Officer.

 • Provide short-term cash flow consultation to the Manager, Treasury Operations and Payments Compliance and respond to inquiries from Office of the Chief Investment Officer regarding UCLA working capital.

 • Act as a back up to the Associate Treasurer, Planning & Analytics and serve as a subject matter expert on UCLA working capital, cash flow forecasting and banking management.

30%

Investment and Debt Analysis

 • Prepare investment reports and develop scenarios for management review.

 • Create metrics to demonstrate the financial position and performance of UCLA's investments versus the performance of benchmarks and peer groups and university claims against investments.

 • Develop and maintain a comprehensive debt report including but not limited to performance indicators to determine the risk profile of UCLA debt and provide commentary on variances.

 • Actively represent UCLA Treasury in meetings with UCLA ’s Controller’s , Academic Planning and Budget,  and the Office of the President regarding Investment and Debt Accounting, new reporting platforms and variance explanations.

 • Develop and maintain a centralized database for UCLA investment, Department Funds  and UCLA debt reporting. Create presentations for ad hoc and regularly occurring meetings.

15%

Financial Transactions and Risk Analyses

Develop and maintain financial models to influence recommendations and decisions for UCLA asset divestitures, monetization opportunities, acquisitions and third party agreements.

Actively represent UCLA Treasury in meetings with key stakeholders such as but not limited to law firms, investment banks, the Office of the President Capital Markets Finance staff, and the UCLA Technology Development Group regarding deal terms, agreements, and underlying calculations.

Generate analysis for special projects related to financial and operational risk assessment.

15%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

in Business or Finance related area and / or equivalent combination of education and experience / training

Required

And

Master's Degree

in Business or Finance related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Preferred

3 years or more

of relevant Treasury or business / finance experience in a corporate or higher education setting

Required

CPA, CFA, or CTP, or another relevant professional certification

Current or in progress

Preferred

Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively and professionally with management, staff, and external customers in person, on the phone or by email correspondence.

Required

Demonstrated self-awareness and political acumen to interact effectively and in a credible manner with internal and external leadership and colleagues.

Required

Excellent writing and verbal communication skills to prepare grammatically correct business correspondence, emails, and reports; and to speak before a small group or on a one-to-one basis to convey complex information in a manner appropriate for the audience.

Required

Demonstrated ability to create and present polished, visually clear presentations that effectively illustrate complex financial concepts appropriate for the audience.

Required

Ability to independently prioritize and organize complex workload, seek relevant data and information to successfully accomplish objectives in a timely manner, multitask, take independent initiative to work at high level of efficiency and accuracy in a demanding and dynamic environment.

Required

Demonstrated ability to build collegial, productive relationships and work across the organization in a collaborative manner. This includes the ability to respectfully debate, innovate, listen to and consider alternative viewpoints.

Required

Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, corporate financial planning and analysis and financial statement analysis, in addition to knowledge of database development and maintenance.

Required

Demonstrated advanced skillset in using personal computer business software in the Microsoft Office suite (Work, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook) to generate spreadsheet, presentations, schedules, queries, memoranda and forms.

Required

Ability to maintain confidential records and strictly confidential information, and exercise good judgment.

Required

Demonstrated skill in analyzing data, problems, situations, practices or procedures to identify reasonable outcomes, resolve and reconcile discrepancies on stakeholder perspectives and accounts.

Required

Ability to proactively learn, apply and disseminate policies, regulations and procedures and use judgment to interpret University policies and external regulations to determine proper application of payments and resolve account discrepancies.

Required

Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and great attention to detail.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Campus & UCLA Wilshire Center

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.