Treasury Manager Job 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 Position: Treasury Manager

Job Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Travel and Tourism

Job Objectives 

• The Treasury Manager is responsible for overseeing the company’s treasury functions, including cash management, liquidity planning, risk management, and financial investment activities.

Job Responsibilities
Cash Management:

• Monitor daily cash positions and ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs.
• Manage short-term borrowing and investment activities to optimize cash flow.
• Forecast cash flow requirements and develop strategies to maintain optimal cash levels.

Liquidity Planning:

• Develop and implement strategies to manage the company’s liquidity risk.
• Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts, ensuring alignment with business plans.
• Identify and mitigate potential liquidity gaps.

Risk Management:

• Assess and manage financial risks related to currency exchange, interest rates, and credit.
• Develop and implement hedging strategies to mitigate financial risks.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Investment Management:

• Oversee the company’s investment portfolio, including the evaluation and selection of investment opportunities.
• Monitor investment performance and recommend adjustments to align with financial goals.
• Conduct due diligence on potential investment opportunities.

Banking Relationships:

• Maintain and develop relationships with financial institutions and banking partners.
• Negotiate banking and financing arrangements to secure favorable terms.
• Manage bank accounts, ensuring optimal structure and utilization.

Debt Management:

• Oversee the company’s debt portfolio, including issuance, refinancing, and repayment strategies.
• Ensure compliance with debt covenants and reporting requirements.
• Develop strategies to optimize the company’s capital structure.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare regular reports on cash positions, liquidity forecasts, investment performance, and financial risks.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on financial analysis.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and disclosures related to treasury activities.

Requirements
Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or related advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certification such as Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in treasury management systems and financial modeling.
• Proven experience in treasury management, cash management, financial risk management, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and investment strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior management, financial institutions, and other stakeholders.