Group Treasurer at VFD Group

VFD Group is an alternative financial service holding company that creates value by working within Nigeria's informal financial sector to create innovative products and solutions that are accessible to the everyday Nigerian.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Group Treasurer

Location: Nigeria

About the job

• The Group Treasurer at VFD Group is responsible for overseeing the organization’s treasury operations, including liquidity management, capital structure optimization, financial risk mitigation, and investment strategy.
• This role ensures efficient cash flow across subsidiaries, maintains banking relationships, and supports strategic financial planning to drive sustainable growth.
• Monitor and manage daily cash positions across the group.
• Forecast short- and long-term cash flow requirements.
• Optimize working capital and ensure adequate liquidity for operations
• Develop and execute funding strategies to support business growth.
• Evaluate debt and equity financing options.
• Manage intercompany loans and capital allocations.
• Maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and investors.
• Negotiate favorable terms for credit facilities and banking services.
• Ensure compliance with covenants and reporting obligations.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks including interest rate, FX, and liquidity risks.
• Implement hedging strategies where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with treasury policies and regulatory requirements
• Evaluate investment opportunities and manage group investment portfolios.
• Monitor returns and ensure alignment with group objectives.
• Support M&A and strategic investment initiatives.
• Treasury Operations & Systems
• Oversee treasury systems and automation tools.
• Ensure accurate and timely treasury reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement in treasury processes and controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Professional certification (e.g., CFA, ACT, ICAN, ACCA) is highly desirable
• 8–10 years’ experience in treasury or corporate finance, preferably in a group or holding company structure
• Strategic financial thinking and business acumen
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management abilities
• Proficiency in treasury systems and financial modeling
• Deep understanding of financial markets and instruments
• High integrity and attention to regulatory compliance.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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