Treasury Officer / Analyst at United Nigeria Airlines

United Nigeria Airlines is a wholly owned Nigerian company incorporated under the Companies and Allied Matters Act of 1990 at the Corporate Affairs Commission to offer commercial air transportation services under the trade name United Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Treasury Officer / Analyst

Location: Enugu
Effective Date: TBA
Reports to: Financial Controller

Job Summary

• The Treasury Officer is responsible for managing the airline’s daily cash position, ensuring adequate liquidity to support operational activities, and overseeing banking transactions.
• The role involves preparing cash flow reports, managing payments, and maintaining strong banking relationships.
• The Treasury Officer ensures that the company meets its financial obligations while maintaining efficient control over cash resources and supporting management with accurate treasury information. He/she also supports budget, forecasting and management report

Duties / Responsibilities
Daily Cash Flow Management:

• Monitor the airline’s daily cash position across all bank accounts
• Prepare and circulate daily cash flow reports showing inflows, outflows, and available balances
• Track daily financial commitments and funding requirements for operational activities
• Ensure adequate liquidity to meet operational expenses, vendor payments, and statutory obligations
• Coordinate with finance management on cash availability and payment scheduling.

Payment Processing and Treasury Operations:

• Process vendor payments, operational payments, and other financial obligations in accordance with company policies
• Ensure all payments are properly authorized and supported with relevant documentation
• Monitor bank balances before payment execution
• Maintain records of all treasury transactions.

Banking Relationship Management:

• Maintain effective working relationships with banks and financial institutions
• Coordinate bank account documentation and compliance requirements
• Monitor bank charges, transaction fees, and service levels
• Liaise with banks on transaction confirmations and other treasury matters

Cash Forecasting and Liquidity Planning:

• Prepare short-term cash flow forecasts to support operational planning
• Monitor expected inflows and outflows to identify potential liquidity gaps.
• Support management in planning funding requirements

Foreign Currency Monitoring:

• Monitor foreign currency inflows from ticket sales and other sources
• Track foreign currency balances and utilization
• Assist in managing foreign currency payments and obligations

Bank Reconciliation and Controls:

• Perform bank account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Ensure accuracy of treasury transactions recorded in the accounting system
• Maintain proper documentation for audit purposes
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and treasury policies

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure treasury operations comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare treasury reports required by management
• Support internal and external audit processes relating to treasury activities

Data Analysis and Financial Modeling:

• Develop financial models to support strategic decision-making
• Analyze financial data to support business planning and investment decisions
• Provide scenario analysis and financial projections where required

Cost and Expense Analysis:

• Monitor major airline operating costs such as fuel, maintenance, ground handling, and airport charges
• Analyze expense trends and provide variance explanations
• Support management in controlling operational costs

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Support preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts
• Monitor actual performance against budget
• Analyze variances and provide explanations for management
• Assist in developing financial models and projections

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and accuracy of daily cash flow reporting
• Accuracy of bank reconciliations
• Timely settlement of vendor and operational payments
• Compliance with treasury policies and financial controls

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related discipline.
• Professional Certification (Preferred)
• ICAN / ACCA or progress toward certification.
• 3–4 years experience in treasury operations, finance, or accounting.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of cash flow management and banking operations
• Good analytical and financial reporting skills
• Proficiency in Excel and financial systems/ERP
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover letter detailing their relevant experience, Location and qualifications to: careers@flyunitednigeria.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.