FinTech Sector – Accra

DWR Executive Search has been retained to find an outstanding and experienced Treasury Manager with a specific background in Tier 1 Banking, Investment or Insurance etc, and with a developed understanding of the local and international banking/financial and FinTech markets. This position is for residents of Ghana only and is an on-site office role based in Accra.

Employer Overview:

For over 30 years, and with operations in Ghana, the UK, USA and the Netherlands, my client is a leader in the provision of the most secure, fast, and efficient money transfer services with most major banks in their destination countries. With their superior technology, global presence and superior management systems, they offer customers the ability to send and receive money in four convenient ways:  Mobile Money, Cash Pickup, Bank Account Deposits and Airtime Top-up.

They are now seeking a dedicated professional with a clear and impressive work record at the level required and who is committed to their career: Somebody who is motivated to join a progressive, well-established and dynamic company, and can bring with them the skills and experience needed to fill this important role. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful applicant will occupy a pivotal position within the company’s financial management structure.

Core Duties of the Role: In the general context of Policy Design and Implementation; Foreign Exchange Trading; Liquidity Management; Bank Settlements; Funding and Monitoring of FinTechs; and the supervision of Treasury Officers, the successful candidate will be required to:

• Manage daily cash positioning, forecasting, and liquidity management to optimize cash flow.
• Monitor and ensure adequate cash reserves for operational needs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Ghanaian and international banks, financial institutions, and other key partners.
• Negotiate banking terms and agreements to secure favourable terms and services.
• Oversee the company’s investment portfolio, making informed decisions to maximize returns while managing risk.
• Monitor market conditions and adjust investment strategies as needed.
• Identify and assess financial risks, including currency risk, interest rate risk, and credit risk; and proactively develop and implement appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to treasury operations.
• Prepare and present financial reports, including cash flow forecasts and investment performance.
• Lead and develop a team of treasury professionals, fostering a culture of excellence with continuous monitoring and improvement.
• Develop and implement treasury-related policies and procedures to ensure that the company has strong internal controls in place at all times.

Essential Qualifications & Requirements. To be considered for this opportunity, please ensure you comply with the following criteria:

• A relevant professional certification (ICAG, ACCA or any equivalence), or a master’s degree.
• ACI Certification
• A minimum of 10 years’ proven experience in Treasury Management or similar within the Financial Services industry, i.e., Tier 1 Banking Institutions, Investments, Insurance, etc.,
• Outstanding Financial and Accountancy skills.
• Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Constant attention to detail and highly tuned analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.
• The highest level of ethical conduct, integrity, and a commitment to compliance.
• The ability to relate to people at all levels and used to working under pressure.
• Access to your own vehicle
• Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English

You will be a career professional and a natural analytical thinker from a Financial Services background: Committed, reliable and focused you will thrive in both a team environment as well as working under your own initiative. This role will suit a conscientious, dedicated individual who is serious about their future, is motivated by achievement and wants to make a positive contribution to an organisation’s performance, growth and expansion.

Conditions:

This position is available immediately and is based at the employer’s offices in the vicinity of the Kotoka International airport. The employment package offers an attractive and competitive salary and includes petrol allowance, healthcare, pension, work mobile phone, a generous annual holiday entitlement, and a modern working environment. Details will be discussed at the client interview stage. As a senior position that carries a high degree of responsibility, it is a prerequisite that applicants possess the required skills and experience to be considered. PLEASE therefore do not apply unless you have the competencies specified and have a verifiable and solid background in the Financial Services/Banking/Insurance/FinTech sector.

Application Process:

If you meet the criteria for this position and wish to submit an application, in the first instance please send your CV (in Word or PDF) to [email protected] quoting the role you are applying for in the subject box. You are welcome to include a Covering Letter in support of your application. Selected candidates will be contacted by email and sent a Candidate Questionnaire, which must be completed in full to be progressed to the next stage of shortlisting. If chosen, you will be invited to an initial interview with DWR (either in person or via Zoom/WhatsApp/Teams). If shortlisted, the next stage will be an interview with the client.

Applications for this role will close by 3^rd May 2024. Although every effort is made to respond to all applicants, due to the volume of replies it is not always possible to do so. If you don’t receive a reply by the 30^th May 2024, then regrettably your application has not been successful on this occasion.

To help with early and ongoing communications, you are encouraged to connect with DWR and to then join the DWR Executive Group on LinkedIn

Equal Opportunities:

DWR does not discriminate in the acceptance or referral of candidates on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. By applying for this position, candidates agree to respect these standards and be observant of the internationally accepted guidelines governing equality and inclusiveness in the workplace aimed at eliminating racism, discrimination and hate speech throughout every level of society.

DWR Executive Search is appointed by the employing company as their Executive Search Partner for this position. The client’s name will remain confidential until applicants have been shortlisted to the client interview stage.