Senior Associate – Treasury Strategy & Technology

PwC South Africa; Zürich; Vor Ort; Vertraulich; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

PwC South Africa seeks a Senior Associate to shape treasury strategy, manage risk, and drive digital transformation for multinational clients.

You will lead advisory engagements on treasury technology, liquidity management, and regulatory compliance while leveraging AI and data analytics to deliver tangible value across geographies.

Qualifikationen

• 3–6 years of treasury consulting, treasury technology, financial risk management, or related corporate treasury experience.
• Master's degree preferred in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Financial Engineering, Computer Science, or similar.

Aufgaben

• Advise international corporations on treasury, risk management and cash management challenges.
• Lead technology-focused transformation programs across treasury operations.
• Apply AI/ML to forecasting, liquidity optimization, and fraud detection in treasury processes.
• Provide thought leadership on treasury strategy, regulatory compliance, and fintech integration.
• Improve operational efficiency, controls, and value realization of treasury ecosystems.

Kenntnisse

Analytical Thinking

Financial Forecasting

Cash Flow Analysis

Financial Risk Management

Communication

Business Acumen

Problem Solving

Advisory skills

Presentation

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Finance or related field

CFA/FRM/CTP certification

Tools

FIS (Quantum/Integrity)

Kyriba

Coupa Treasury

ION (IT2/Wallstreet)

SAP Treasury

Jobbeschreibung

Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Advisory - Other Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary

Shape the Future of Treasury. Lead with Innovation. Treasury functions are undergoing a profound transformation. The convergence of advanced technology, artificial intelligence, and evolving financial landscapes is redefining how global organizations manage liquidity, mitigate risk, and drive strategic value. We’re looking for an exceptional Senior Associate to help our clients navigate this transformation - someone who combines deep financial expertise with cutting-edge technology knowledge and a passion for innovation.

Your Impact

Strategic Advisory at the Highest Level: You will advise international corporations on complex treasury, financial risk management, and cash management challenges, with a specific focus on treasury technology, systems architecture, and digital transformation.

Transformational Impact: You will help drive large-scale, multi-stakeholder transformation initiatives at global companies - reshaping how treasury functions operate, create value, and leverage technology.

AI & Innovation Leadership: You will be at the forefront of applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to treasury and financial processes - from cash flow forecasting and liquidity optimization to fraud detection, risk modeling, and intelligent automation.

Thought Leadership: You will provide thought leadership and practical, actionable advice on treasury strategy, financial risk management, regulatory compliance, and the evolving role of technology in finance.

Efficiency & Value Creation: You will improve the added value, operational efficiency, internal controls, and regulatory compliance of clients’ treasury functions and their supporting technology ecosystems.

Collaborative Excellence: You will collaborate with a diverse, global network of highly talented experts across strategy, technology, risk, and finance - sharing knowledge and building innovative solutions together.

Diverse, International Environment: You will work across multiple industries, service areas, and geographies in a dynamic and stimulating professional setting.

Your Skill Set

Experience & Qualifications 3 - 6 years of relevant professional experience in treasury consulting, treasury technology, financial risk management, or within a corporate treasury function with a strong systems and technology focus.

University degree (Master's preferred) in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Financial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

Professional certification such as CFA, FRM, CTP, or equivalent qualification, demonstrating deep expertise in financial analysis, accounting, and financial risk management.

Technical & Domain Expertise

Deep financial analysis and risk management skills, including a strong understanding of financial instruments, hedge accounting, valuation methodologies, interest rate and FX risk, and treasury-related accounting standards (IFRS 9, etc.).

In‑depth, hands‑on knowledge of at least one leading Treasury Management System (TMS) such as FIS (Quantum/Integrity), Kyriba, Coupa Treasury, ION (IT2/Wallstreet Suite), SAP Treasury, or similar - including implementation, configuration, and optimization experience.

Familiarity with treasury processes and operations, including cash and liquidity management, bank relationship management, payments and bank connectivity (SWIFT, host‑to‑host), debt and investment management, and intercompany financing.

Deep knowledge of the application of AI and machine learning to financial processes, including predictive analytics for cash forecasting, anomaly detection, natural language processing for financial data, robotic process automation (RPA), and the integration of intelligent solutions into treasury workflows.

Understanding of the broader treasury technology ecosystem, including ERP integration, data architecture, API connectivity, cloud‑based solutions, and emerging fintech platforms.

Personal & Professional Attributes

Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesize complex financial, operational, and technical information into clear, compelling recommendations.

Strong presentation and communication skills, with confidence and credibility when interacting with senior client stakeholders, including C‑suite executives and treasury leadership.

An advisory and team‑oriented mindset - you take ownership of workstreams, mentor junior team members, foster innovative thinking, and contribute to a culture of excellence.

Comfort working in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment, both independently and as part of cross‑functional, international teams.

Fluent English (written and spoken) is required; German, French, or any additional language is a strong plus.

A commitment to expanding our global business network and leveraging your personal and professional relationships to create opportunities and deepen client trust.

Education

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

• Degrees/Field of Study required:
• Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
• Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

• Accepting Feedback
• Accepting Feedback
• Active Listening
• Analytical Thinking
• Bank Financing
• Cash Flow Analysis
• Communication
• Cost of Capital Analysis
• Creativity
• Credit and Market Risk Management
• Deal Structures
• Debt Structuring
• Embracing Change
• Emotional Regulation
• Empathy
• Escalation Management
• Financial Forecasting
• Financial Instruments
• Financial Management
• Financial Modeling
• Financial Policy
• Financial Risk Analysis
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Financing Solutions
• Foreign Exchange {+ 30 more}

Optional Skills

• Accepting Feedback
• Accepting Feedback
• Active Listening
• Analytical Thinking
• Bank Financing
• Cash Flow Analysis
• Communication
• Cost of Capital Analysis
• Creativity
• Credit and Market Risk Management
• Deal Structures
• Debt Structuring
• Embracing Change
• Emotional Regulation
• Empathy
• Escalation Management
• Financial Forecasting
• Financial Instruments
• Financial Management
• Financial Modeling
• Financial Policy
• Financial Risk Analysis
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Financing Solutions
• Foreign Exchange {+ 30 more}

Desired Languages

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date

Company Message

Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We'll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.