Treasury Specialist

Edge Executive Search Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Group Head: Treasury Specialist to enhance treasury operations and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in corporate treasury, expertise in cash management, and a degree in Finance. This role involves overseeing compliance, treasury strategies, and collaborating with banking partners to support the organization’s financial stability.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in corporate treasury.
• Expertise in cash, liquidity, and foreign exchange risk management.
• Strong knowledge of borrowing and investment instruments.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance processes, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee bank account administration and access controls.
• Support cash flow forecasting and treasury reporting.

Skills

Corporate treasury experience

Cash and liquidity management

Foreign exchange risk management

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

Degree in Finance (or related field)

Job description

Overview

Location: JHB North
Type: Permanent

Strengthen financial resilience. Shape treasury operations with precision.

As Treasury Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting the Group Treasury function with operational and accounting expertise. This position ensures compliance, enhances cash flow management, and contributes to the organisation’s financial stability. You will be trusted to deliver reliable reporting, oversee treasury controls, and act as a bridge between internal teams and external banking partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance processes, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee bank account administration, access controls, and guarantees.
• Support cash flow forecasting, loan management, and treasury reporting.
• Ensure accurate treasury accounting and financial analysis.
• Collaborate with business units, auditors, and banking partners.
• Contribute to system improvements and process optimisation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in corporate treasury.
• Expertise in cash, liquidity, and foreign exchange risk management.
• Strong knowledge of borrowing and investment instruments.
• Experience with intercompany treasury transactions.
• Degree in Finance (or related field).
• High attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work with diverse teams.

Success looks like

• Reliable and timely delivery of treasury reports.
• Strong compliance with controls and policies.
• Improved treasury processes and efficiency.
• Positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribution to financial stability and cash flow optimisation.