Account Officer (Treasury)

Description

About the Role We are looking for an Account Officer (Treasury) to join the Finance team in Port Louis. This role with experience in treasury, cash management, banking operations or a related finance environment. The successful candidate will support and/or manage day-to-day treasury activities, including cash positioning, liquidity management, banking transactions, foreign exchange operations and Trade Finance activities. The role will also involve working with international stakeholders and contributing to regular treasury reporting to management and/or the Group Head Office. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of treasury operations, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage financial transactions accurately and within established controls and procedures. Key Responsibilities Treasury & Cash Management - Monitor daily cash positions across bank accounts and ensure sufficient liquidity to meet operational requirements. - Manage and monitor collections, payments, bank transfers and intercompany funding activities. - Prepare and maintain short-term and medium-term cash flow forecasts. - Analyse cash requirements and identify potential liquidity gaps or surpluses. - Support liquidity planning and cash management activities across the business. - Monitor bank balances, transactions and account movements and investigate discrepancies where required. - Prepare regular treasury reports, cash position reports and management information. Banking & Financial Operations - Maintain effective relationships with banks and other financial institutions. - Coordinate banking transactions and ensure that payments and other treasury operations are processed accurately and on time. - Assist with the management of banking facilities, account documentation and related administrative requirements. - Liaise with banks on transaction-related matters, queries, documentation and service requirements. - Support the negotiation and review of banking terms and facilities where applicable. Foreign Exchange & Financial Risk - Monitor foreign currency transactions and foreign exchange exposures. - Support FX transactions and ensure that foreign currency requirements are properly managed. - Monitor interest rate and other relevant financial exposures. - Assist with the implementation of appropriate controls and processes to manage treasury-related financial risks. - Maintain accurate records of treasury transactions and supporting documentation. Trade Finance - Monitor and manage Trade Finance transactions and related documentation. - Handle and follow up on Letters of Credit (LCs) and Standby Letters of Credit (SBLCs). - Liaise with banks, internal teams, suppliers and other stakeholders regarding Trade Finance operations. - Ensure that Trade Finance transactions are properly documented, followed up and processed within required timelines. - Monitor relevant maturities, expiry dates, fees and banking requirements. International & Group Reporting - Work with international teams and stakeholders on treasury-related matters. - Support reporting requirements to the Group Head Office. - Prepare accurate and timely treasury information, analysis and reports for management. - Assist with monthly treasury metrics, variance analysis and financial reporting. - Ensure that information provided to internal and external stakeholders is complete, accurate and delivered within agreed deadlines. Treasury Systems, Controls & Compliance - Use treasury management systems and other financial tools to record, monitor and report treasury activities. - Experience with Kyriba or a similar Treasury Management System will be considered an advantage. - Maintain and improve treasury procedures, controls and processes. - Ensure compliance with internal treasury policies, financial controls and applicable local regulatory requirements. - Support internal and external audits by providing relevant treasury documentation and information. - Identify opportunities to improve treasury processes, reporting and systems.

Requirements

Requirements - Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related field. - Previous experience in Treasury, Cash Management, Banking, Trade Finance or a related finance function. - Candidates with Junior or Senior-level experience are encouraged to apply. - Experience in an international or multinational environment is highly desirable. -Good understanding of treasury operations, cash management and banking processes. - Practical knowledge of Foreign Exchange (FX) transactions and exposure management. - Good knowledge of Letters of Credit (LCs) and Standby Letters of Credit (SBLCs). - Experience in monitoring and managing Trade Finance operations. - Experience with Kyriba or another Treasury Management System is an advantage. - Strong Excel skills and good numerical and analytical abilities. - Knowledge of the local banking environment and relevant regulatory requirements. - Experience in preparing financial, treasury or management reports, including reporting to a - - Group Head Office, is an advantage. - Professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or another relevant finance qualification is an advantage. Language Requirements Fluent English is required. French proficiency will be considered an advantage.