Treasury Manager at Savannah Energy

Job Purpose/Objectives

• To oversee the treasury operations in Nigeria including cash and liquidity management, financial risk mitigation and banking relationships.
• To optimise our Treasury function, supporting our financial objectives and business growth.

Job & Main Specifications (Education/Knowledge, Skills, Attributes, Experience & Other Required Details)

• University degree in Accounting or any Finance related discipline.
• Relevant postgraduate/professional qualifications (ICAN, ACA, ACCA, CIMA etc.).
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience within a treasury function, out of which 5 years must be in a leadership role, preferably with an upstream Oil and Gas operator.
• Strong relationship, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to build and leverage strong relationships with the various banks and lenders alike to the benefit of the Company.
• Experience of debt refinancing and debt covenant reporting.
• Vast understanding of capital planning, optimising financial resources and maintaining strong liquidity
• and short-term cash flow forecasting.
• Strong analytical, business acumen, leadership, negotiation and persuading skills.
• Results oriented with high level of attention to details.
• Strong business ethics and high level of integrity.
• Able to lead and build a high performing team.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Be willing to live our values and have a passion for "Projects that Matter". 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Key member of the Head of Finance leadership team and interfacing with different disciplines across the business.
• Responsible for the company’s treasury operations and provides advice on international financing issues related to acquisitions, new ventures and divestitures.
• Monitor local debt / bonds facilities and associated reporting requirements to ensure full compliance.
• Develop and maintain healthy and productive relationships with banks and other funding sources to secure the most favourable terms for the business.
• Conduct risk assessments related to foreign exchange, interest rates, and commodity pricing.
• Proactively manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity management to ensure sufficient funds for operational needs.
• Develop strategies for optimising working capital, including receivables and payables management.
• Ensure all treasury activities comply with CBN regulations, FIRS requirements, and company policy.
• Maintain awareness of changes in financial regulations and proactively adjust operations accordingly.
• Prepare periodic treasury reports and present to Head of Finance.
• Support the Head of Finance on achieving Finance objectives.