Head of Treasury @ Ava Labs

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Strategic Planning and Forecasting:
• Lead strategic liquidity and financial planning, focusing on detailed cash and AVAX assets projections to support the company’s growth and strategic objectives
• Develop sophisticated forecasting models to accurately predict liquidity needs and asset value fluctuations, integrating market trends and company goals
• Cash and Liquidity Management:
• Direct operational treasury activities, including cash flow optimization, liquidity forecasting, and payment processing, in line with strategic objectives
• Devise liquidity strategies to navigate the unique challenges of cryptocurrency assets and DeFi, with a particular focus on AVAX dynamics
• Implement proactive liquidity monitoring and forecasting to manage crypto market volatility effectively
• Financial Operations:
• Optimize crypto staking operations while balancing liquidity requirements
• Manage bank accounts, ensuring appropriate maintenance and signatory authority
• Collaborate with finance, accounting, legal, and compliance teams for integrated treasury operations and adherence to best practices and regulatory standards
• Align liquidity management with the company’s broader investment and financing strategies
• Ensure daily cash operations are efficient and cash flow forecasts meet operational demands
• Risk Management, Forecasting, and Modeling:
• Establish a comprehensive risk management framework addressing the unique risks of digital assets, especially regarding cash and AVAX
• Employ advanced modeling and forecasting to assess and mitigate market impacts on treasury operations
• Continuously refine risk management strategies to keep pace with the evolving digital asset markets
• Assess and monitor counterparty risks associated with the company’s financial partners and service providers
• Conduct regular reviews of counterparty risk exposure and adjust risk management strategies as necessary
• Financial Operations, Reporting, and Compliance:
• Guide the treasury team in utilizing technology and financial software to streamline operations and ensure policy and regulatory compliance
• Maintain all treasury activities within legal, corporate governance, and internal policy frameworks
• Regularly report on cash position, liquidity forecasts, and counterparty risks to senior management and stakeholders
• Leadership and Team Development:
• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, fostering collaboration and peak performance
• Enhance cross-functional collaboration, ensuring effective communication and partnership across departments

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree or certifications (e.g., CTP, CPA) preferred
• At least seven years of experience in treasury, finance, or similar roles, with significant emphasis on digital assets and risk management
• Proven expertise in financial planning, risk management, and treasury operations, particularly with digital assets like AVAX
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills and a deep understanding of market dynamics and digital assets
• Exceptional communication skills and experience in stakeholder and relationship management

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with blockchain technologies, cryptocurrency transactions, and security protocols
• Familiarity with treasury and financial software, plus advanced data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Python, SQL)
• Understanding of Multi-Party Computation (MPC) tools and techniques