Suzanne M. Kraus

About Suzanne M. Kraus

Suzanne Kraus is an Assistant Vice President, Treasury Management and Payments Consultant at US Bank, where she leverages her 17 years of experience in finance and business management to provide innovative and customized solutions for clients across various industries. She holds a Notary Public certification and a Real Estate Broker license in Washington, showcasing her diverse and valuable skill set in both finance and real estate domains.As a former Treasury Relationship Manager at WaFd Bank, Suzanne worked with large cross-discipline teams and C-suite members to achieve business objectives and key results. She is known for her attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to communicate complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences. She is also a board member of the Northwest Association for Financial Professionals (NWAFP), where she contributes to the advancement and education of the treasury and finance profession. Suzanne is passionate about building and maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner in treasury management.

Experience

1. Assistant Vice President, Treasury Managment & Payments Consultant

   U.S. Bank

   Feb 2024 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   As a Treasury Management & Payment Consultant, I serve as a strategic advisor to middle-market clients, helping them optimize liquidity, manage risk, and streamline treasury operations. I work closely with CFOs, treasurers, and finance teams to deliver tailored banking solutions that align with their business goals and financial strategies.My role blends deep financial acumen with relationship management, allowing me to uncover client needs, structure customized cash management and treasury products, and ensure seamless implementation through cross-functional collaboration with credit, risk, legal, and operations teams.With a strong foundation in cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and treasury management systems, I provide proactive insights and solutions in a dynamic financial environment. I also drive growth by identifying cross-sell opportunities across FX, trade finance, and investment solutions, while ensuring regulatory compliance and an exceptional client experience.

Education

• Onondaga Community College

  Associate's degree, Business

  2006 — 2007