Treasury Accountant

Job Purpose

The Treasury Accountant will oversee the design, organization, and day-to-day execution of treasury processes. The role focuses on maintaining sufficient liquidity, handling treasury instruments, and supporting payment operations, foreign exchange activity, cash planning, and forecasting. A strong emphasis is placed on accuracy, integrity, and compliance throughout all treasury activities.

Qualifications

A background in Finance Management, Treasury Management, Accounting, or FP&A is required, with Finance Management and Treasury Management being the preferred areas of study.

Experience and Technical Knowledge

The position calls for 3 to 5 years of prior treasury experience. The candidate should also be highly proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Knowledge Areas

• Intermediate understanding of FX trading tools
• Intermediate knowledge of trading and hedging
• Advanced capability in cash tools and treasury processes
• Advanced knowledge of liquidity and FX forecasting and planning
• Advanced handling of payment runs

Key Responsibilities

Cash Flow and Liquidity

• Build and review monthly liquidity forecasts, FX forecasts, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure the business has adequate liquidity to support both operational and strategic funding requirements.
• Carry out payment runs accurately and within required timelines.
• Establish, administer, and maintain cash pools to improve cash efficiency across entities.
• Complete monthly cash account reconciliations on schedule and with precision.

FX Management

• Track foreign exchange movements and execute FX transactions.
• Maintain FX rates in SAP and ensure related system interfaces remain accurate.
• Provide reporting on FX reasonability, cash balances, and treasury performance indicators.

Banking and Financial Institution Management

• Serve as the main contact for banks, credit card providers, and FX trading service providers.
• Administer bank mandates and manage the opening and closure of bank accounts.
• Oversee bank guarantees, loans, credit cards, cheques, and petty cash.
• Control authorization settings, online banking access, and treasury user permissions.
• Negotiate agreements with banks and card providers with a focus on cost effectiveness.

Governance, Controls, and Compliance

• Maintain segregation of duties, internal control standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Keep treasury guidelines, manuals, and regulations current.
• Ensure treasury systems and procedures align with group policies and external obligations.

Systems, Reporting, and Process Improvement

• Manage treasury interfaces such as payment runs, FX rates, and FX exchanges.
• Prepare accurate and timely reporting for Group on financial data, FX exposures, thresholds, and liquidity metrics.
• Improve workflows, support automation, and contribute to greater operational efficiency.

Leadership and Projects

• Lead treasury projects from planning through implementation.
• Support cross-functional initiatives and process enhancement work.
• Coach and mentor the Treasury Junior Accountant to build capability and transfer knowledge.

Additional Information

This role is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and is a full-time onsite position.

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