Avant Halogen is an integrated talent risk management and outsourcing solutions company. We deliver innovative talent management using our cutting-edge digital solutions that drive business performance.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Treasury
Location: Lagos
Responsibilities
Establishing and maintaining short-term credit availability, including revolving credit agreements and commercial paper programs, to provide liquidity for the Company.
Communicate key information to stakeholders across the group as regards marketplace needs, the competitive environment, cost management, and the provision of high quality customer-focused products and services
Provide management oversight for the development of high quality, cost effective and integrated marketing, sales and operational improvement initiatives
Identifies changes in the economic and business environment that may potentially warrant modifications to the group’s strategy
Conduct economic, commercial, technical, financial reviews for implemented business initiatives
Providing line/business managers, heads, SBU with adequate and timely information on the performance of their business units, products and customer relationships
Develop and manage a top-notch performance management framework for the group for the purpose of process/performance improvement, assessment and benchmarking
Monitor performance of SBUs
Drive synergies through identifying and prompting business units to exploit cross-selling opportunities
Direct cash management for the Company including forecasting, collection, disbursement, investment of excess funds, short term borrowing and interest rate management.
Facilitating the Company’s relationships with commercial banks, credit rating agencies, payment service providers and lenders.
Forecast daily cash requirements and execute daily financing decisions.
Manage all aspects of In-house investment portfolios.
Direct, monitor and trade investment portfolios including Working capital, High-Yield, Escrow, and other portfolios.
Manage long-term and short-term investment strategies.
Determine the Company’s goals and risk tolerance.
Determine the Company’s tax position and the applicability of taxable/non-taxable instruments.
Assess performance benchmarks and recommend changes when warranted.
Review and recommend changes to the investment policies based on the market conditions.
Evaluate, develop and implement cash management systems to optimize efficiencies.
Manage relationships with financial service providers.
Monitor bank service fees and address quality issues.
Conduct benchmark studies of banks and their services to evaluate whether it fits client’s requirements.
Meet with cash management banks to plan cash management vs. client’s needs.
Evaluate alternative long-term borrowing strategies and make recommendations in accordance with the capital structure guidelines.
Manage, direct, and develop Cash Management staff.
Recommend, implement and maintain process improvements.
Provide technical and other support for mergers and acquisitions and other projects as needed.
Support and participate in client’s Strategic Plan activities.
Additional duties as directed by supervisor
Job Requirements
Qualification & Experience:
Candidates should possess a Bachelor or Master's Degree
Minimum of at least 8-10 years of progressive experience in Accounting with a strong emphasis on the Treasury function.
At least 6-8 years of management experience
Knowledge:
Knowledge of investment portfolio strategy, banking, and financial instruments.
General knowledge of, IFRS, GAAP and SEC reporting requirements for investments and other financial instruments.
Knowledge of treasury software expertise a plus.
Advanced analytical, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Advanced spreadsheet and modeling skills.
Competencies:
Must have strong analytical/quantitative skills and experience with a multi-site organization
Excellent collaboration, verbal and written communication skills.
Able to break down problems into meaningful parts and come to rational and well-thought out conclusions.
Demonstrated strong project management skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Interested in process improvement.
Willing to adapt quickly to quick changes in direction.
Internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills.
Application Closing Date
12th September, 2021.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] with "Head of Treasury" as the subject of the e-mail.