Group 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: Group Treasury Manager

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Airline - Aviation

Job Objective / Purpose of Job

• Develop and implement a comprehensive treasury strategy that aligns with the company's financial objectives, ensuring efficient cash management and liquidity across all locations.
• Monitor and manage financial risks such as currency fluctuations, interest rate movements, and counterparty risks by implementing appropriate hedging strategies.
• Liaise with local and international banks to negotiate optimal financing arrangements, manage banking relationships, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the Finance team to forecast cash flow, create budgets, and support decision-making with accurate financial analysis and reporting.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and policies to safeguard company assets, minimize risks, and optimize cash utilization.
• Coordinate with regional teams to ensure seamless integration of treasury operations, sharing best practices, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; a professional certification such as CFA, ACCA, ACA, or ACT is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in treasury, finance, or a related field, with a proven track record of managing multi-currency and multi-jurisdictional treasury operations.
• In-depth knowledge of treasury management principles, financial markets, and risk management strategies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and experience with treasury management systems.

Application Closing Date
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