The Senior Treasury Officer receives payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits. Issues receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers. Receives and disburses cash and checks and maintains proper recording of cash transactions to manage the daily inflow and outflow of cash of the Company.
Supervise and oversee all trade finance operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Provide leadership and guidance to a team of trade finance professionals, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
Develop and implement trade finance policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate risks and ensure adherence to internal standards and external regulations.
Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, and trade partners, negotiating terms and resolving issues to facilitate smooth trade transactions.
Review and approve trade finance documents, such as letters of credit, bills of exchange, and shipping documents, to ensure accuracy and compliance with trade terms.
Monitor trade finance transactions and performance metrics, analyzing trends and identifying opportunities for process improvement and optimization.
Conduct regular audits and reviews of trade finance activities, identifying areas for enhancement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
Provide training and development opportunities to team members, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, operations, and legal, to address trade finance-related issues and support business objectives.
Stay abreast of developments in trade finance regulations, industry trends, and best practices, and make recommendations for adjustments to strategies and practices accordingly.
Advanced knowledge of treasury operations, including cash management, liquidity management, and risk management techniques.
Strong analytical skills are essential for analyzing financial data, conducting cash flow forecasting, and assessing liquidity needs to support strategic decision-making.
Proficiency in financial modeling and Excel is crucial for developing cash flow models, conducting scenario analysis, and evaluating the impact of financial decisions on the organization's liquidity position.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital for effectively liaising with internal stakeholders, external banks, and financial institutions to negotiate banking services and manage relationships.
Experience in treasury systems and technologies enables efficient management of treasury operations, including electronic funds transfers, cash pooling, and investment management.
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
Minimum 5 year(s) working experience, 3 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus