Assistant Treasurer
Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Kent, OH
Additional Locations: N/A
Work Site: Hybrid
Req ID: 225082
The Assistant Treasurer oversees core treasury functions, including banking relationships, debt management, cash management, forecasting, and covenant compliance. The position also supports risk management and insurance activities, ESOP and equity‑based compensation programs, and the development of Board of Directors and shareholder communications. Additionally, the Assistant Treasurer plays a key role in special initiatives and the long‑term strategic direction of the Treasury organization.
Banking & Debt Management
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Assist with maintaining and managing relationships with the Company’s banking partners.
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Assist with managing and negotiating credit facilities, long‑term debt (including private placements), AR securitization programs, and leases.
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Monitor debt covenant compliance and related reporting requirements.
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Monitor borrowings and manage interest rate exposure across debt facilities
Cash Management
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Manage all daily cash management activities.
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Assist with executing wire transfers as required.
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Prepare, review, and maintain cash flow forecasts.
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Reconcile actual cash activity to forecasts and analyze variances.
Board of Director & Shareholder Communications
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Assist with drafting monthly and quarterly communications, including:
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Board of Directors Materials and Letters
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Shareholder Letters and updates
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Other treasury‑related communications as needed
ESOP and Equity Compensation Programs
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Maintain overall responsibility for the administration and recordkeeping of the Company’s stock and equity‑based compensation programs, including programs administered under the Company’s 2024 Omnibus Plan
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Oversee equity‑related transactions and activities
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Assist in managing the stock administrator relationship with Principal/EQ.
Risk Management & Insurance (Support role; program led by VP & Treasurer)
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Assist with evaluation of insurance needs across property and casualty, Directors & Officers, Fiduciary, Management Liability, Cyber, and other coverage lines.
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Maintain relationships with insurance brokers (Marsh, Aon) and insurers.
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Support preparation of annual insurance renewal submissions.
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Participate in insurance renewal meetings and assist with related presentations.
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Support the Certificates of Insurance (COI) process in coordination with Marsh and Old Republic.
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Maintain relationships with actuaries and third‑party administrators.
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Assist in developing annual insurance cost allocations charged to operations.
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Review interim and year‑end actuarial reserve valuations.
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Support management of the Company’s captive insurance program
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Review significant claims and coordinate with internal and external counsel as needed.
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Approve large settlement payments in accordance with established authority levels.
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Help administer the annual Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) survey.
Other Responsibilities
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Participate in special projects as assigned.
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Partner with Accounting, Controllership, Operations, Legal, HR, and other functional teams to support company objectives.
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Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
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CPA designation preferred; Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) a plus.
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Experience with ESOPs, insurance programs, and equity‑based compensation preferred.
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Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in finance or treasury leadership roles.
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Demonstrated project management capability with strong teamwork, leadership, communication, and relationship‑management skills.
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Ability to interact effectively with banking, insurance, legal, investment, and operational professionals.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Knowledge of insurance claims handling and risk management principles is a plus.
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Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and manage confidential information.
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Proficiency with financial systems, data management tools, and standard business software.
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Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
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Ability to develop and deliver executive‑level presentations.
We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.
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Group health plans*
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Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
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Life insurance*
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Paid parental leave
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401k with up to a 4% company match**
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan: opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
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Holidays and paid time off*
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Payroll savings plan*
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Charitable matching gift program*
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Employee referral bonus program *
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Employee Educational Scholarship*
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Davey Family Scholarship*
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20% discount on all Davey services*
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Cell phone discounts*
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Vehicle purchase discount program*
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Plus, so much more!
- All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
**Union employees are not eligible for 401k but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by local union.
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected].
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
