Job Description

WHY JOIN THE AMES COMPANIES

We have amazing Benefits! Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Wellness, 401K, Holidays Employee Assistance Program, Vacation Days, Disability, and much more.

WHO WE ARE

The AMES Companies, headquartered in Lake Nona-Orlando, FL has a rich American history. The AMES story goes back to 1774, when Captain John Ames began making America’s first shovels. AMES® brand is the third oldest consumer brand in the country, and its tools helped build America for more than two hundred years. You can learn more about our history here.

Our business lines include Home Organization, Lawn and Garden Tools, Outdoor Living, and Cleaning Tools. Our leading global brands are sold to homeowners and professionals involved in new construction, remodeling, and maintenance activities. To learn more about out business lines, visit our website: https://www.homebyames.com/en-us/.

WHO YOU ARE

The Treasury Manager is responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day treasury operations, including cash management, forecasting, payments, banking administration, employee retirement plans and related controls. This role supports liquidity planning, ensures strong internal controls over cash movement, and provides analysis and reporting to support decisions related to working capital, investments, and debt. The Treasury Manager partners closely with the Vice President Finance, Accounting, FP&A, AP/AR, operating company finance teams, and external banking partners to ensure accurate cash visibility and efficient use of financial resources.

WHERE YOU WILL WORK

Our office is located at our headquarters in Lake Nona - Orlando, FL.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to: VP of Finance

Key partners: Corporate Controller; Director of Financial Reporting; operating company finance teams; corporate and business‑sector senior management

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the development and implementation of Corporate Treasury activities as part of a strategic transition related to a joint venture transaction. More specifically, a joint venture which will include Griffon’s AMES Companies (“AMES”) United States and Canada businesses, and ONCAP’s Venanpri Tools, a global professional and consumer tool provider including the Bellota, Corona, and Burgon & Ball businesses.
• Oversee day‑to‑day treasury operations, including daily cash positioning and visibility across domestic and international entities.
• Prepare and maintain short‑ and long‑term cash flow forecasts, including a 13‑week cash forecast; analyze variances and key drivers to improve forecast accuracy and support liquidity planning.
• Review, reconcile, and validate bank activity across multiple accounts and legal entities; investigate and resolve variances in partnership with Accounting, AP, and AR.
• Oversee payment execution and controls (wires, ACH, and account transfers) in accordance with the approval matrix, segregation of duties, and documented procedures; support fraud prevention activities.
• Manage the company’s banking infrastructure, including bank account setup and maintenance, authorized signers, user access, and support for periodic KYC/AML and other bank requests.
• Support short‑term investing and borrowing activities in accordance with company policy, including analysis and reporting for leadership review.
• Prepare treasury reporting and documentation to support month‑end and quarter‑end close, audits, and compliance requirements (e.g., bank confirmations, cash roll forwards, internal controls support).
• Drive process improvements through standard work, templates, and automation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and control within treasury operations.
• Manage the private equity employee options tracking and execution function
• Serve as Treasury’s primary partner to Human Resources on fiduciary and financial matters related to corporate and JV‑sponsored retirement plans, including defined contribution and other benefit plans, as applicable.
• Coordinating with HR, external advisors, auditors, and recordkeepers to support annual plan audits and regulatory filings, including Form 5500 preparation and review
• Support corporate insurance risk management activities and liaise with the insurance broker.
• Participate in the review of corporate real estate transactions.
• Support treasury‑related workstreams for M&A activities.
• Partner with Accounting function on technical questions and valuation matters as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• 10+ years of finance experience; private equity experience a plus.
• Strong experience in cash management, forecasting, banking operations, and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas) and Microsoft Office; familiarity with accounting systems and banking portals.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and control discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare materials and present to senior management.
• Working knowledge of GAAP; familiarity with IFRS is a plus.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA and/or Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) designation.
• Experience with treasury workstations, ERP cash management modules, or online banking platforms.
• Experience supporting share repurchase programs, transfer agent relationships, or retirement plan administration.
• Private equity experience

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• High integrity, confidentiality, and strong control mindset
• Process orientation and continuous improvement
• Collaborative, service‑oriented approach with internal and external partners

ENVIRONMENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• This position is located primarily in an office environment. At times the associate is required to sit for long periods of time.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may need the ability to lift and carry loads up to 50 pounds.
• Upon occasion, the associate may be exposed to a manufacturing environment and required to wear personal protective equipment.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

The AMES Companies will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.