Treasury Executive

Randstad; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Malaysia is seeking a candidate for financial risk management and treasury operations. This role includes overseeing liquidity, executing hedging strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field, and a minimum of 1 year of experience in treasury management. Strong knowledge of FX risk management and proficiency in Treasury Management Systems is essential for success in this dynamic position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in treasury management or corporate finance.
• In-depth knowledge of foreign exchange risk management and financial derivatives.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and monitor FX risk exposure.
• Develop and execute hedging strategies.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity.

Skills

FX Risk Management

Treasury Management Systems (TMS)

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field

Job description

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Risk Management

• FX Risk Mitigation: Serve as the primary lead for identifying, assessing, and monitoring all foreign exchange (FX) risk exposure arising from multi‑currency transactions and balance sheet translation.
• Hedging Strategy Execution: Develop, recommend, and execute complex hedging instruments (such as forward contracts, swaps, and options) to proactively mitigate adverse movements in FX rates and interest rate risks, ensuring compliance with BNM guidelines.
• Risk Reporting: Prepare comprehensive risk position reports and insightful analysis for senior management, detailing the effectiveness of hedging programs and potential future exposure.

2. Treasury Operations & Liquidity Management

• Cash Flow & Liquidity: Oversee and manage the daily, short‑term, and long‑term cash flow forecasting and positions across the group to ensure optimal liquidity and adequate working capital.
• Investment Management: Execute short‑term investments of surplus funds in line with company policy, aiming to maximize interest income while maintaining prudent risk levels.
• Debt & Funding: Assist in evaluating local and foreign funding instruments (loans, trade finance) and ensure continuous compliance with all local debt covenants and reporting obligations.

3. Banking & Regulatory Compliance

• Banking Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong, professional relationships with key banking partners and financial institutions both locally and internationally; negotiate favorable banking fees and service agreements.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure stringent adherence to all internal controls, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) regulations, and exchange control rules over all treasury activities.
• Systems and Controls: Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard financial assets; drive the effective utilization and continuous improvement of all treasury management systems.

Candidate Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CFA, or AMCT) are highly regarded.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in treasury management or corporate finance, with demonstrable hands‑on experience in FX hedging and cash management within the Malaysian market.
• Specialized Knowledge: In‑depth knowledge of foreign exchange risk management and financial derivatives, coupled with a strong understanding of Malaysian financial markets and BNM's Foreign Exchange Administration (FEA) rules.
• Skills: Proficient in Treasury Management Systems (TMS) and advanced Microsoft Excel.

Skills

No additional skills required.

Qualification

No additional qualifications required.

Education

Bachelor Degree