Treasury Analyst

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Treasury Analyst in Sandton to oversee liquidity, cash flow, and risk management within the finance team.

You will handle daily cash operations, forecasting, debt management, and investments, contributing to strategic treasury initiatives in a dynamic corporate setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field.
• 2-5 years experience in treasury, corporate finance, or related role.
• Proficiency in TMS and advanced Excel.
• Solid understanding of financial markets and risk management.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Team-oriented with Sandton location.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily cash operations, cash positioning, forecasting and short-term investments.
• Monitor cash flow trends to identify liquidity needs or surpluses.
• Support banking relationships and optimize banking services.
• Assist in financing arrangements and debt management strategies.
• Identify and manage financial risks including interest rate and FX exposure.
• Prepare treasury reports highlighting metrics, risks and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with treasury policies and regulations.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical thinking

Financial markets understanding

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Excel proficiency

Treasury systems (TMS)

Education

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

Tools

Treasury Management System (TMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and analytical Treasury Analyst to join their finance department in the heart of Sandton , a major financial center in Gauteng . This role is critical in managing the company's liquidity, cash flow, and financial risk exposures. You will be involved in cash management, forecasting, debt management, and investment activities, ensuring the company maintains optimal financial resources. The ideal candidate will possess strong quantitative skills, a solid understanding of financial markets, and the ability to contribute to strategic treasury operations in a dynamic corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily cash operations, including cash positioning, forecasting, and short-term investments.
• Monitor and analyze cash flow trends to identify potential liquidity shortages or surpluses.
• Assist in the management of banking relationships and optimize banking services.
• Support the evaluation and execution of financing arrangements and debt management strategies.
• Identify, assess, and manage financial risks, including interest rate and foreign exchange exposure.
• Prepare treasury reports for management, highlighting key metrics, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with treasury policies and relevant financial regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field.
• 2-5 years of experience in treasury, corporate finance, or a related financial role.
• Proficiency in treasury management systems (TMS) and advanced Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of financial markets, instruments, and risk management principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting in Sandton .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in treasury management.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.