Financial Manager - Corporate Treasury

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a Financial Manager to lead Corporate Treasury, overseeing liquidity, funding, and risk management.

You will forecast cash flows, manage debt, invest surplus funds, and ensure compliance with treasury policies while leading a small treasury team in a hybrid work setup.

This role offers exposure to markets, strong stakeholder interaction, and a path to strategic influence within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in corporate treasury or cash management.
• Experience with cash flow forecasting, debt management and investments.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and risk techniques.
• Proficiency with treasury systems and financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cash operations, forecasting, and liquidity management.
• Develop and execute debt issuance, refinancing, and repayment strategies.
• Manage company investment portfolio aligned to risk/return.
• Identify and manage interest rate, currency and commodity risks.
• Ensure compliance with treasury policies and regulations.
• Build relationships with banking partners and institutions.
• Prepare treasury reports for senior management and board.
• Optimize banking structures and fees.
• Lead and develop the treasury team.

Skills

Treasury management

Cash flow forecasting

Debt management

Investment management

Financial risk management

Financial markets

TMS

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance / Economics

Master's degree

CFA / CTP qualification

Tools

TMS (Treasury Management System)

Excel

Financial modeling software

Job description

About the Role

A prominent financial services company is seeking a highly competent Financial Manager to lead its Corporate Treasury functions in Upington, Northern Cape. This role is instrumental in managing the company's liquidity, funding, and financial risk exposures. You will be responsible for cash flow forecasting, debt management, investment of surplus funds, and ensuring compliance with treasury policies and regulations. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, providing a blend of in-office presence for collaboration and remote flexibility. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of treasury operations, financial markets, and risk management principles. Join a key team that directly impacts the financial stability and strategic objectives of the organization in Upington.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily cash operations, including cash positioning, forecasting, and liquidity management.
• Develop and execute strategies for debt issuance, refinancing, and repayment.
• Manage the company's investment portfolio, ensuring alignment with risk tolerance and return objectives.
• Identify, assess, and manage financial risks, including interest rate, currency, and commodity risks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant treasury policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with banking partners and financial institutions.
• Prepare treasury reports for senior management and the board of directors.
• Optimize banking structures and fees.
• Lead and develop the treasury team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or professional qualification (e.g., CFA, CTP) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in corporate treasury, cash management, or financial risk management.
• Proven experience in cash flow forecasting, debt management, and investment management.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and risk management techniques.
• Proficiency in treasury management systems (TMS) and financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience in the financial services industry is an advantage.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund contributions. The hybrid model provides flexibility, and our office in Upington, Northern Cape offers a professional working environment. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development are available.