Central Bank & Trust Co

Director of Asset/Liability Management

Central Bank & Trust Co$120K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 8-10 years of experience in Treasury or asset-liability management within financial services.
  • Strong understanding of liquidity management and interest rate risk.
  • Proficient with data analytics tools like SQL, Power BI, Python, or Excel/VBA.
  • Experience in presenting to executive leadership or ALCO.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the ALM strategy focusing on balance sheet optimization.
  • Manage interest rate and liquidity risk through extensive modeling.
  • Oversee cash flow forecasting and wholesale funding strategies.
  • Prepare and present ALCO materials and Treasury reports to executives.
  • Recommend risk limits and governance practices related to capital and liquidity.
  • Provide strategic oversight on deposit pricing and balance sheet assumptions.
  • Collaborate with various departments to align ALM with organizational goals.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and support audits and reporting.

Benefits

  • Remote work eligibility for those outside the market footprint.
  • Mentorship and development opportunities for ALM team members.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Director of Asset/Liability Management (ALM) is responsible for leading the bank's asset-liability management function, with accountability for balance sheet strategy, liquidity and funding management, interest rate risk, and capital planning. This role oversees the development of strategies that optimize earnings while maintaining strong risk discipline, regulatory compliance, and alignment with the organization's financial objectives. The Director partners closely with executive leadership, finance, risk, and business line leaders to support informed decision-making, protect financial stability, and position the bank for sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the bank's asset-liability management strategy, including liquidity, funding, capital, and balance sheet optimization.

- Monitor and manage interest rate risk, liquidity risk, and capital adequacy through modeling, forecasting, stress testing, and scenario analysis.

- Oversee cash flow forecasting, contingency funding planning, and wholesale funding strategies.

- Direct the preparation and presentation of ALCO materials, Treasury reports, and key balance sheet metrics for executive leadership and the board.

- Recommend risk limits, policy standards, and governance practices related to liquidity, interest rate exposure, and capital targets.

- Provide strategic oversight of deposit pricing, funds transfer pricing, and balance sheet assumptions to support profitability and risk management.

- Partner with FP&A, accounting, credit, enterprise risk, and business line leaders to align Treasury and ALM strategies with broader organizational goals.

- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and support examinations, audits, and reporting obligations.

- Evaluate market conditions, economic trends, and competitive factors to recommend proactive balance sheet actions.

- Lead, develop, and mentor ALM team members while promoting strong analytical rigor, internal controls, and cross-functional collaboration.

- Work with FP&A to provide periodic forecasts of the Bank's expected interest income and interest expenses.

NOTE: This position is eligible for Remote if you live outside of our market footprint. Living within the market footprint will lead to an on-site role.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or a related field required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.

- Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in Treasury, asset-liability management, finance, or risk management within a banking or financial services environment.

- Strong knowledge of liquidity management, interest rate risk, capital planning, and balance sheet strategy.

- Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Python, Excel/VBA)

- Experience presenting to ALCO, executive committees, or senior leadership

About Central Bank & Trust Co

Central Bank & Trust Co is a regional bank that provides a wide range of financial services to individuals and businesses. The bank was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky. Central Bank & Trust Co operates over 30 branches throughout Kentucky and has over $3 billion in assets. The bank offers personal and business banking services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, mortgages, and credit cards. Central Bank & Trust Co also provides wealth management and investment services, as well as online and mobile banking options.
Learn more about Central Bank & Trust Co
Size
400 employees
Industry
Net Income
$43 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$174 million

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