Manager Management

Chris Taylor

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*************@*****.*** · 416-***-****

Accomplished Treasury Professional

Growth focused leader with over 20 years’ experience leading teams in the successful management of credit and treasury functions; natural adapter, able to evolve and adjust to new environments and contribute to innovative methodologies. Possess strengths in fostering key relationships with internal and external clients; adept in analyzing financial management systems to drive efficiency and productivity for organizations. Outstanding ability to perform complex financial analysis, report on cash positioning, and propose recommendations.

Excellent communicator with the ability to perform contract negotiations that drive organization growth. Well-abreast of relevant compliance policies and industry regulations to execute vital functions with sound judgment; capable of providing data for critical decision-making. Identified as an “Altruist” by The Predictive Index behaviour analysis, an Altruist exhibits traits that are congenial and cooperative with an efficient, precise work ethic. Works at a faster than average pace independently and in a team environment with a focus on detail and accuracy. Technical proficiency in all MS products including advanced Excel and treasury management products.

Financial and Management Competencies

Treasury and Asset Management

Team Building and Development

Contract Negotiation

Strategic Planning and Implementation

Internal and External Client/ Investor Relations

Reporting and Analysis/ Revenue Growth

Process Improvements

Quality Assurance/Risk Management

Career Experience

CST Trust Company/CST Investor Services, Toronto, ON

Manager of Treasury/Asset Management, 11/2010 – 6/2017

Led vital role of collaborating with a North American team of five in coordinating and executing all Treasury functions, including negotiating and executing cash management for cash escrows, trust indentures, subscription receipts, dividend and corporate bank accounts and depositary agreements and overall cash management for the Canadian business department of the Senior Management Team. Performed daily and monthly reporting of financial results and served as main point of contact for authorization in release of Wire and EFT Payments and processing of FX transactions.

Key Contributions:

Chosen to receive the President’s Award on three separate occasions; commended for displaying outstanding vision, dedication, revenue growth, and client focus.

Served as Primary Bank Relationship Manager; negotiated all banking arrangements and compensation rates; implemented and requested bank partners to offer enhanced services.

Served on committees for both DCO (Designated Compliance Officer) and RCO (Risk Compliance Officer) from a Treasury prospective.

Selected to serve as a member of the New Business Approval Committee and New Initiative Approval

Process and provided essential input from a Treasury perspective; also served as a voting member.

Increased interest revenue by 50% through successful diversifications of portfolio with banking partners.

Slashed bank costs by 25% via successful negotiations.

Generated new yearly reoccurring revenue of $300K through the launch of new product offering for the Corporate Trust line of business in cash escrows.

Spearheaded the implementation of policies and procedures for various tasks in Treasury.

Member and main contributor to the companies Investment Committee, which consisted of the President & CEO, VP Finance, Chief Risk Officer, SVP Legal, Manager of Treasury/Asset Management, EVP Treasury/Asset Management AST (American Stock Transfer), VP Treasury AST and one Board Member. Also presented Treasury financial results and initiatives quarterly to the Board of Directors.

Monthly OSFI reporting (actual weekly and 16 month cash flow projections)

AP/AR

Monthly inter company allocation documentation and reporting

Budgeting and Forecasting

CIBC Mellon Trust, Toronto, ON

Associate Relationship Manager, Treasury, 9/2006 – 11/2010

Held critical responsibility for cultivating and managing internal and external relationships, protecting organization interest, in the negotiation of client contracts and review of legal documentation. Analyzed methods to provide process enhancements involving cash products and internal accounting system platforms. Managed cash initiatives.

Key Contributions:

Maintained and Primary contact for internal trust accounting system for client funds

Successfully implemented and tested for SOX compliance of Treasury systems.

Spearheaded bank account cleanup project to reduce the number of bank accounts from 800 to 200.

Senior Treasury Analyst, 5/1998 – 9/2006

Collaborated with team in the management of internal Treasury systems, including Selkirk TM and Sunguard GT and internal trust accounting system. Provided recommendations on settlement risk involving internal and external accounts.

Key Contributions:

Conducted analysis to enhance system and internal processes with Treasury SOX 404 testing.

Increased earnings for the organization by developing new cash initiatives procedures.

Additional Experience: Treasury Analyst, CIBC Mellon Trust, Toronto, ON, 1996-1998; Bond Administrator, RM Trust, Toronto, ON, 1994-1996

Education and Credentials

Treasury Management Association of Canada (TMAC), Toronto, CA

Principles of Mutual Fund Management – Canadian Bankers Association, Toronto, CA

Business Finance Diploma Program

Fanshawe College – London, ON 1988

Professional Training

Cash Management

Managing Banking Relationships

Cash Flow Forecasting

Advanced Treasury Concepts

Money Market

Foreign Exchange

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