Director of Treasury

Hayward Holdings Inc. (NYSE "HAYW") is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming pool equipment in the world, with a significant presence in the commercial pool market that is continuously growing. Hayward designs, manufactures, and markets a full line of residential and commercial pool and spa equipment including pumps, filters, heating, cleaners, salt chlorinators, automation, lighting, safety, flow control and energy solutions at our company owned facilities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hayward also has facilities in Tennessee, Arizona, and Rhode Island as well as Canada, Spain, France, Australia, and China.The Director, Treasury is responsible for the execution of the company’s global treasury activities across cash and liquidity management, financial risk management, and debt and capital structure management. This individual serves as a key business partner to the Vice President, Treasury, playing a critical role in protecting the company’s financial resources and supporting strategic initiatives while continuing to enhance Treasury’s operational capabilities. This position is located in Charlotte, NC.Responsibilities:Cash and Liquidity ManagementManage global cash positioning, liquidity monitoring, and daily cash operationsManage bank account management, payments, and liquidity structures across regionsEnsure efficient use of cash, including intercompany funding and investment executionOptimize interest income on cash balances within investment policyMaintain and continuously improve short and long-term cash forecasts, including free cash flowServe as system owner / SME for treasury workstation (Kyriba)Design, implement, and maintain controls to prevent, detect, and respond to payment fraudInfluence working capital improvement across the organizationFinancial Risk ManagementExecute hedging programs for FX, interest rate, and other market risks in line with approved strategiesManage trade execution, settlements, documentation, and counterparty coordinationMaintain hedge documentation and support accounting and compliance requirementsMonitor exposures and provide reporting on risk positions and hedge effectivenessDebt and Capital Structure ManagementLead debt compliance and reporting (covenants, borrowing base, availability, etc.)Manage debt-related activities such as borrowings, repayments, and interest payments and accrualsMaintain debt models, schedules, and related reportingSupport capital structure planning, financing activities, and other corporate finance initiatives as neededReporting, Forecasting, and AnalysisLead treasury forecasting (cash, debt, interest, FX) and related variance analysisDrive forecast accuracy through variance analysis and engagement with business partnersPrepare executive-level reporting on liquidity, debt, and financial riskDeliver clear, concise insights to senior leadership, including the CFO and executive teamMaintain and enhance treasury KPIs and reporting dashboardsPrepare treasury deliverables for month-end close and SEC reportingSystems, Controls, and Process DisciplineOwn and optimize Kyriba and other treasury systems to improve automation and visibilityDesign, document, and maintain treasury policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure consistency, scalability, and complianceEnsure strong internal controls, policy compliance, and audit readiness (SOX, bank controls, etc.)Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date treasury records and documentation (bank accounts, debt, hedging, and related records)Lead process improvements and project management for treasury initiativesPartner with Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Legal, and business leaders on treasury-related mattersTeam LeadershipManage three employees (two in Charlotte, one in Barcelona) · Prioritize, delegate, and ensure timely, complete, and accurate execution of all treasury deliverablesCoach, develop, and lead treasury team members while fostering a high-performance, collaborative environmentPerform other duties as assignedQualifications, Education, and Experience:Education and CertificationsA Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited institution is required; an MBA is a plus.A Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation is a plus.Experience8+ years of progressive treasury or corporate finance experienceStrong technical expertise across cash management, liquidity, debt, and financial riskHands-on experience with treasury management systems (Kyriba strongly preferred)Advanced Excel skills with experience in forecasting, modeling, and variance analysisProven project management capability across teams and processesExperience managing or mentoring team members in a global environmentSpanish language proficiency preferredKey CompetenciesExecution-focused: Delivers accurate, timely results across recurring and complex activities with strong ownership; understands business objectives and translates them into effective executionAnalytical: Strong forecasting, modeling, and variance analysis capabilitiesOperational discipline: Detail-oriented with strong control mindsetCommunication: Communicates complex treasury topics clearly and concisely (verbally, in writing, and in presentations) to all levels of the organizationCollaboration: Works effectively across FP&A, Accounting, Tax, and business teamsCuriosity and adaptability: Proactively seeks to understand drivers behind results, challenges assumptions, and adjusts quickly as business conditions evolveOther RequirementsProvide personal identifying information to banking partners to satisfy Know Your Customer requirements.Work outside standard business hours as needed.Engage in limited (estimated 10% or less) travel domestically and internationally as needed.#LI-KF1 #J-18808-Ljbffr