Senior Treasury Analyst

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance‑rel

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement

Growth in Mpumalanga

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Treasury Analyst for a growing financial services group in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role focuses on liquidity, cash flow, debt, and investments to ensure financial stability and optimize returns.

You will execute treasury operations, develop forecasts, and implement hedging strategies in a hybrid work setting. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in treasury, strong analytical skills, proficiency with Excel and TMS, and a track record in FX and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years in corporate treasury or a related financial role.
• Solid understanding of cash management, liquidity, debt, and investments.
• Experience with foreign exchange markets and hedging strategies.
• Proficient in financial modeling, Excel, and TMS.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hybrid work in Nelspruit.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily cash operations including forecasting and funding.
• Execute FX transactions and manage currency exposures.
• Forecast short- and long-term cash flows.
• Support debt facilities and investment portfolio.
• Develop and execute hedging strategies to mitigate risks.
• Prepare treasury reports for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Evaluate improvements to treasury systems and processes.
• Collaborate with accounting, finance, and business units.
• Monitor market conditions and provide insights on rates.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Quantitative analysis

Team collaboration

Education

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

Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CTP, CFA)

Tools

Treasury Management Systems (TMS)

FX platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing financial services group located in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, is seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Treasury Analyst. This role is integral to managing the company's liquidity, cash flow, debt, and investments to ensure financial stability and optimize returns. You will be responsible for executing treasury operations, developing financial forecasts, and implementing hedging strategies. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for a flexible balance between working from our Nelspruit office and remotely. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of financial markets, corporate finance, and risk management principles, combined with excellent analytical and quantitative skills. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial health of a key player in the Mpumalanga economic landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily cash operations, including cash positioning, forecasting, and funding activities.
• Execute foreign exchange transactions and manage currency exposures.
• Analyze and forecast short-term and long-term cash flows.
• Support the management of the company's debt facilities and investment portfolio.
• Assist in the development and execution of hedging strategies to mitigate financial risks.
• Prepare treasury reports for senior management, including cash flow forecasts and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements related to treasury operations.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to treasury systems and processes.
• Collaborate with other departments, including accounting, finance, and business units.
• Monitor financial markets and provide insights on interest rates and currency movements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field.
• A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CTP, CFA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate treasury or a related financial role.
• Solid understanding of cash management, liquidity management, debt management, and investment principles.
• Experience with foreign exchange markets and hedging strategies.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and treasury management systems (TMS).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Comfortable with a hybrid work model based in Nelspruit.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous annual leave and paid public holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and further certifications.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance.
• Be part of a growing financial group in Nelspruit.
• Access to advanced treasury tools and resources.
• Supportive and dynamic team environment.