Treasury and Compliance Lead at Sahel Consulting Agriculture and Nutrition Limited

Key Roles and Responsibilities
Treasury Functions:

• Develop and execute liquidity and investment strategies to optimize cash utilization and maximize returns.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operations while minimizing idle funds.
• Manage banking relationships, negotiate banking terms, and oversee credit lines, loan facilities, and investment accounts.
• Managing risk related to currency fluctuations and ensuring compliance with treasury policies.

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Analyze variance reports to provide insights for management decision-making.
• Conduct financial analysis on investment opportunities or new projects, advising on the impact on cash flow and liquidity.
• Advise leadership on cost optimization strategies and working capital management.

Risk Management and Internal Controls:

• Implement risk management strategies related to liquidity, interest rates, and foreign exchange exposure.
• Conduct regular internal audits to evaluate control effectiveness and identify any areas for improvement.
• Develop, monitor, and refine internal control policies to mitigate financial risks and enhance process efficiency.

Compliance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations, including IFRS, tax laws, and anti- money laundering (AML) requirements.
• Oversee compliance with donor and government regulations for grant-funded projects, ensuring financial transparency and accountability.
• Coordinate with tax consultants and legal advisors on applicable taxes, and regulatory filings.
• Implement and maintain treasury and compliance policies, ensuring full regulatory adherence.
• Act as the primary liaison for external auditors, regulatory agencies, and financial institutions.

Minimum Required Skills & Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree is an advantage).
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in treasury management, financial compliance, or internal audit, preferably within consulting, financial services, or donor-funded organizations.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role, overseeing treasury operations, financial risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Membership in a professional body (ICAN, ACCA). Additional professional membership relating to internal audit and compliance will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience in cash flow management, bank relationship management, and FX transactions.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, tax laws (VAT, withholding tax, corporate tax), and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to implement risk management strategies related to liquidity, interest rates, foreign exchange, and financial controls.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, internal controls, and compliance reporting.
• Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience in coordinating with banks, auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.