Treasury Manager at Wakanow

Wakanow is Africa's leading, full-service online travel company. At Wakanow, we understand that everyone likes easy and affordable travel services, so we provide our customers with a one-stop booking portal for Flights, Hotels, Visa Assistance, Holiday Packages, Airport Transfers, an international Travel SIM, a Prepaid Travel Card, a Loyalty program, and much more.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Treasury Manager

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Travel and Tourism

Job Objectives 

• The Treasury Manager is responsible for overseeing the company’s treasury functions, including cash management, liquidity planning, risk management, and financial investment activities.

Job Responsibilities
Cash Management:

• Monitor daily cash positions and ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs.
• Manage short-term borrowing and investment activities to optimize cash flow.
• Forecast cash flow requirements and develop strategies to maintain optimal cash levels.

Liquidity Planning:

• Develop and implement strategies to manage the company’s liquidity risk.
• Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts, ensuring alignment with business plans.
• Identify and mitigate potential liquidity gaps.

Risk Management:

• Assess and manage financial risks related to currency exchange, interest rates, and credit.
• Develop and implement hedging strategies to mitigate financial risks.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Investment Management:

• Oversee the company’s investment portfolio, including the evaluation and selection of investment opportunities.
• Monitor investment performance and recommend adjustments to align with financial goals.
• Conduct due diligence on potential investment opportunities.

Banking Relationships:

• Maintain and develop relationships with financial institutions and banking partners.
• Negotiate banking and financing arrangements to secure favorable terms.
• Manage bank accounts, ensuring optimal structure and utilization.

Debt Management:

• Oversee the company’s debt portfolio, including issuance, refinancing, and repayment strategies.
• Ensure compliance with debt covenants and reporting requirements.
• Develop strategies to optimize the company’s capital structure.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare regular reports on cash positions, liquidity forecasts, investment performance, and financial risks.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on financial analysis.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and disclosures related to treasury activities.

Requirements
Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or related advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certification such as Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is a plus.
• Proven experience in treasury management, cash management, financial risk management, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and investment strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in treasury management systems and financial modeling.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior management, financial institutions, and other stakeholders.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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