Treasury Lead

Position Overview

This role entails carrying out essential treasury responsibilities on a daily basis while supporting regular operations and contributing to additional projects as needed.

Primary Duties

• Analyze and validate cash flow forecasts at local and regional levels.
• Monitor cash liquidity by reviewing balances across various accounts, entities, countries, and regions.
• Evaluate cash flow variance reports to guarantee no detrimental effects on group liquidity.
• Conduct monthly discussions with country Finance Managers to understand business cash flow dynamics.
• Coordinate with Puma and banking partners in the region to address operational inquiries promptly.
• Formulate liquidity management strategies and supervise liquidity and debt administration for assigned entities.
• Manage debt obligations and financing facilities to secure cost-effective funding.
• Engage in facility renewal negotiations alongside the Regional Treasury Head and banking partners.
• Establish and uphold Treasury policies, procedures, and key performance indicators ensuring compliance and control standards.
• Facilitate intercompany process maintenance and ensure correct execution of new loan agreements in collaboration with Company Secretary.
• Oversee foreign exchange procurement and payments, ensuring reconciliation and adherence to financial controls.
• Audit FX transactions and monitor balance sheet exposures related to foreign exchange.
• Document all FX trades accurately within the system.
• Support Group Treasury activities including analytical and strategic initiatives.
• Provide necessary confirmations and support for accounting and audit teams.

Cash and Liquidity Management

• Manage overall liquidity levels efficiently.
• Optimize interest expenses and income.
• Coordinate all intercompany cash movements.
• Oversee management of bank fees.

Cash Forecasting Responsibilities

• Update daily cash balances.
• Identify working capital requirements and recommend viable solutions.

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage banking relationships within the operational region.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for all countries under responsibility.
• Adhere to Puma Energy's operational processes and policies.
• Maintain and update bank signatory authorities.
• Stay current with local regulatory and liquidity developments.
• Prepare weekly treasury reports.
• Assist in implementation of the Kyriba treasury management system.
• Support requests for proposals (RFP) and their execution across countries.
• Handle treasury inquiries and resolve audit findings promptly.
• Complete timely and accurate submissions in KissFlow workflow system.
• Provide treasury support for new market entries within the region.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Treasury, or related discipline.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in treasury functions.

Skills Required

• Strong understanding of treasury operations, banking, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in both English and French languages.
• Advanced skills in spreadsheet applications for financial analysis.