Treasury Analyst

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health & retirement

Professional development

Positive work culture in East London

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Treasury Analyst for their East London office. You will manage daily cash positions, forecast cash needs, and support investment and debt activities to optimize liquidity and financial risk management.

Ideal candidates have a 1–3 year track record in treasury or corporate finance, strong Excel skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. This role offers professional growth within a growing company in the Eastern Cape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field.
• 1–3 years of treasury/analytical experience.
• Strong cash management, financial markets and risk management knowledge.
• Proficiency in Excel for financial modeling and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage daily cash positions, ensuring adequate liquidity for operational needs.
• Prepare accurate cash flow forecasts and analyze variances.
• Assist in managing banking relationships and optimizing banking services.
• Support the execution of short-term investment strategies and debt management activities.
• Assist in the preparation of treasury reports for senior management.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks related to foreign exchange and interest rates.

Skills

Cash management

Financial modeling

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Treasury management systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Treasury Analyst to join their finance department in East London . This role is integral to managing the company's liquidity, cash flow, and financial risk exposure. You will be responsible for daily cash management, forecasting cash needs, and supporting investment and debt activities. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to gain valuable experience in corporate treasury within a stable and growing company in the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage daily cash positions, ensuring adequate liquidity for operational needs.
• Prepare accurate cash flow forecasts and analyze variances.
• Assist in managing banking relationships and optimizing banking services.
• Support the execution of short-term investment strategies and debt management activities.
• Assist in the preparation of treasury reports for senior management.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks related to foreign exchange and interest rates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in treasury, corporate finance, or a related analytical role.
• Strong understanding of cash management, financial markets, and risk management principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and data analysis.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with treasury management systems is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning in treasury functions.
• A supportive team environment and positive work culture in our East London office.
• Exposure to key financial operations of a growing enterprise.