Treasury Accountant

Job Requirements:

  1. Cash Management and Forecasting:
    • Manage daily cash positions by monitoring inflows and outflows and maintaining optimal cash levels.
    • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly cash flow forecasts to ensure the company has adequate liquidity to meet its obligations.
    • Assess future cash needs based on budget projections and business needs, ensuring sufficient reserves for operational requirements.
  2. Bank Account Management:
    • Maintain relationships with banking partners and manage the opening, closing, and monitoring of bank accounts.
    • Ensure compliance with bank agreements and maintain accurate records of all banking activities.
    • Monitor fees and negotiate better terms with banks to minimize costs.
  3. Investment Management:
    • Oversee the company’s short-term and long-term investments to maximize returns within the risk tolerance set by company policies.
    • Provide recommendations for managing excess cash, including investments in money markets, government securities, or other approved investment vehicles.
    • Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial regulations, and corporate investment guidelines.
  4. Debt Management:
    • Track existing loans and credit facilities, ensuring timely payments of principal and interest.
    • Monitor debt covenants and communicate with lenders as needed.
    • Assist in the evaluation of new debt instruments or refinancing options, ensuring alignment with the company’s financial strategy.
  5. Treasury Reporting:
    • Prepare and present reports on cash positions, investment performance, and debt obligations.
    • Assist in financial modeling and scenario analysis for treasury-related projects, such as mergers and acquisitions, capital restructuring, or expansion plans.
    • Collaborate with finance teams to ensure treasury data is incorporated into broader financial reporting and planning.
  6. Risk Management:
    • Identify and manage financial risks related to currency exposure, interest rate volatility, and market risks.
    • Implement strategies like hedging to mitigate foreign exchange and interest rate risks.
    • Ensure all treasury operations comply with relevant regulations and company policies to minimize exposure to financial risks.
  7. Internal Controls and Compliance:
    • Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard the company’s financial assets.
    • Ensure treasury activities are compliant with local, national, and international financial regulations.
    • Assist in audits and prepare documentation to support financial control and compliance reviews.

Education:Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.Experience:Entry-level positions may require 2-3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or cash management.Mid-level or senior positions typically require 5+ years of experience, specifically in treasury, corporate finance, or banking operations.Experience with cash flow forecasting, investment management, and debt instruments is often required.Skills:Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of corporate finance, treasury management, and accounting principles.Cash Flow Management: Proficiency in managing daily cash balances and forecasting future cash flows.Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and make strategic recommendations based on financial models.Risk Management: Experience in identifying and managing financial risks, especially related to foreign exchange, interest rates, and liquidity.ERP Systems: Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems like SAP, Oracle, or specialized treasury software.Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in managing cash positions, bank accounts, and investment portfolios.Technical Skills:Excel Proficiency: Strong Excel skills, including modeling and scenario analysis, are crucial for forecasting and analysis.Accounting Software: Experience with accounting and financial management systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or specialized treasury management systems (e.g., Kyriba, GTreasury).Financial Reporting: Experience in preparing cash flow reports, liquidity analysis, and other key financial reports for senior management.Certifications (optional but advantageous):Certified Treasury Professional (CTP): This certification enhances knowledge and skills in treasury management
Post date: 4 February 2025
Publisher: Wuzzuf .com
Post date: 4 February 2025
Publisher: Wuzzuf .com