Chief Treasury Officer at Smart Partners Consulting Limited

Smart Partners Consulting Limited - Our client, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Treasury Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our client is in need of a strategic and experienced Chief Treasury Officer (CTO) to lead our organization’s treasury operations. The CTO will be responsible for managing liquidity, optimizing financial resources, and mitigating financial risks to support the company’s strategic goals. This role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of treasury operations, financial markets, and risk management.

Responsibilities 
Treasury Strategy and Leadership:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive treasury strategy aligned with the company’s financial goals.
• Provide strategic advice to the executive team and board on treasury matters, financial risks, and opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the treasury team to achieve operational excellence.

Liquidity and Cash Management:

• Ensure efficient cash flow management and adequate liquidity for operational and strategic needs.
• Oversee cash forecasting, working capital optimization, and fund allocation.
• Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, and investment partners.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, including currency, interest rate, and credit risks.
• Develop and implement robust risk management policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.

Debt and Investment Management:

• Optimize the company’s capital structure by managing debt issuance, refinancing, and repayment.
• Evaluate and oversee investment strategies to maximize returns while ensuring safety and liquidity.
• Monitor market trends to capitalize on financial opportunities.

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Oversee treasury reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial data.
• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations.
• Collaborate with the finance team on audits and reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CFA is preferred.
• Proven experience of 17 years in treasury management, financial risk management, or a similar leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of financial markets, instruments, and regulations.

Skills:

• Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in treasury management systems and financial modeling.
• Strategic Thinking
• Financial Acumen
• Leadership and Team Development
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation
• Strong Communication and Negotiation Skills

Personal Attribute:

• Ideal candidate must be a male not less than 47 years of age.
• Preferred candidates should have experience from the Fintech industry such as Moniepoint, Flutterwave, Palmpay, Opay, Unified Payments, Paga, Interswitch, etc.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online