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The New School was founded by forward-thinking educators in 1919 to defy the intellectual constraints of a traditional college education. The Asset and Risk Management analyst provides independent, rigorous analysis of the universityâ™s debt, investments, real estate and insurance portfolios. Develops and enhances the framework for asset and risk management monitoring and reporting processes. Proactively thinks outside of the box and identifies new ways to evaluate risk.

This position reports to the AVP of Asset and Risk Management and will support the universityâ™s treasury operations, investment management, and real estate & insurance functions. 

The New School is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and particularly seeks applications from members of underrepresented groups, as well as candidates who share this commitment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Treasury Operations

• Assist in monitoring daily cash balances and support credit card processes and related eCommerce activities 

• Work with Accounting and IT Security on PCI compliance and annual SAQ filings 

• Coordinate and with work campus partners and external bank partners in annual testing, reporting and campaigns

Investment Management/Endowment

• Create and maintain of WorkDay Investment Profiles

• Report Schwab endowment account income and outgoing wires to Accounting monthly 

• Work with the investment consultant to collect investment manager documents for annual audited financial statements and 990 filings (K1, AFS, monthly statements, and foreign investment reports)

• Monitor stock gifts accounts and assist with liquidations and transfers

• Manage the payment and receipt of capital calls and distributions and monitor investment management fees

Debt Management

• Assist with new bond issuances, refundings, defeasances and on-going bond compliance

• Assist with LOC renewals and margin draw as needed

Real Estate & Insurance

• Follow up with Accounting and external real estate consultant to ensure the University is current on lease payments and rent receipts 

• Assist with data gathering and filing of insurance renewals

• Support the Universityâ™s sale, purchase, and lease transactions 

General

• Monitor investment, real estate and other department email accounts

• Other related tasks as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors in Finance or Accounting or related field of study

• Minimum of five years experience in treasury operations or investment management

• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with various internal and external constituents

• High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism

• Evidence of strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to summarize and present complex financial analytics in a variety of formats

• Ability to adhere to University COVID-19 Policy 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA or Masterâ™s degree 

• Experience in higher education is strongly preferred

WORK MODE

• Hybrid/Remote - Employees hired for this position primarily work remotely with the occasional on-campus presence required with advanced notice. Employees in this role will also be expected to use their best judgment to be on campus when necessary in order to best fulfill the responsibilities of their job descriptions. 

SALARY RANGE

$75,000 - $85,000

About The New School

The New School, a leading university in downtown New York City, offers degree and nondegree academic programs in design, the social sciences, the liberal arts, management, the arts, and media. Students benefit from small classes, superior resources, and renowned faculty members who practice what they teach. Continuing education courses and public programs place the university at the center of New York’s cultural and intellectual life.

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