Senior Analyst - Treasury

TFG Limited; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A diversified retail company in South Africa is seeking a Treasury professional to enhance governance and manage financial risk. This role demands over 10 years of experience in Accounts Payable and Treasury, including expertise in financial instruments and strong leadership skills. Candidates should have a finance-related degree and familiarity with treasury management systems. This is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team making significant industry impacts.

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience in AP, specifically Foreign Payments.
• 3 years' experience in Treasury as an analyst or specialist.
• Knowledge of financial instruments for risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop Treasury governance documents and enhance operational efficiencies.
• Manage the implementation and rollout of the Treasury Management System.
• Ensure compliance of Treasury models and systems with policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Relationship building

Communication

People management

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in finance, risk, or economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

IT2

Reuters

Job description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing Treasury governance documents and drive risk reporting and process improvements to enhance operational efficiencies.
• Maintain and develop treasury tools related to financial risk management, including hedging and operational risk.
• Manage the implementation and rollout of the Treasury Management System.
• Ensure that Treasury models, systems, and reports comply with policies and procedures. Advise on treasury risk management to keep risks within appetite.
• Contribute to the preparation, review, and production of Treasury reports.
• Serve as a key contact for banks and stakeholders.
• Maintain controls for monitoring and reporting Treasury compliance obligations, ensuring accurate and timely risk metrics reporting.
• Manage SARB reporting processes for the Group.
• Resolve foreign payment queries from banks promptly.
• Oversee foreign bank account reconciliations, guiding team members and providing insights.
• Manage operational petty cash reconciliations, controls, and evaluate different products.
• Develop team members involved in reconciliations.
• Evaluate hedging strategies and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with banks on hedging products and assess their suitability.
• Oversee company credit card processes and explore alternative solutions.
• Lead ad-hoc projects to support the Treasury team.
• Implement robust controls over treasury and cash processes.
• Improve cash and borrowing management across TFG.
• Develop and adapt treasury functions as per the Group's size and resources.
• Support risk management by analyzing incidents impacting financial risk.
• Manage talent for direct and indirect reports, including recruitment, retention, and development.
• Oversee performance management and staff development.
• Ensure adherence to performance standards, providing feedback and motivation.
• Collaborate with Centres of Excellence and Shared Service Centre for effective cash management and risk controls.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to manage cash flow and financial decisions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in finance, risk, or economics.
• 10 years' experience in AP, specifically Foreign Payments.
• 3 years' experience in Treasury as an analyst or specialist with comprehensive treasury knowledge.
• Knowledge of financial instruments for risk management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Extensive experience with IT2, Reuters, SAP, and banking platforms.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and collaboration skills.
• Proactive with project management capabilities.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills.
• People management experience.
• Analytical, strategic thinking, and stress management skills.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly.

Behaviors:

• Resilience, networking, innovation, decision-making, accountability, complexity management, organizational savvy, adaptability, strategic mindset.
• Preference for candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act.

Please ensure your line manager is aware and supports your application.

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

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About Us

At TFG, our people are our greatest asset. We are a diversified retail portfolio with 34 brands, aiming to inspire customers to live their best lives. We strive to create remarkable omnichannel experiences and offer growth opportunities in a purpose-led environment. Join us and be part of a team making a significant industry impact.