Treasury/Trade Finance Manager at Fadac Resources

Job Summary: 

• The Treasury/Trade Finance Manager will oversee the company's treasury operations and trade finance activities, ensuring effective cash flow management, optimal financing solutions, and compliance with financial regulations. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in treasury management and trade finance within the oil and gas industry.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage daily cash positions to ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs.
• Develop and implement cash flow forecasting models to predict future financial positions.
• Optimize cash balances by investing excess funds and minimizing idle cash.
• Maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions to ensure access to credit facilities and funding sources.
• Coordinate the issuance and management of trade finance instruments such as letters of credit, bank guarantees, and standby letters of credit.
• Liaise with banks, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to facilitate smooth trade transactions.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and internal policies.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, including foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk, and credit risk.
• Develop and implement hedging strategies to protect against adverse market movements.
• Monitor and report on key risk metrics to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies related to treasury and trade finance operations.
• Prepare and file required regulatory reports, such as cash flow forecasts and foreign exchange exposure reports.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits of treasury activities 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. A Master's degree (MBA, Finance) is an advantage. 
• Professional certifications such as CFA, ACCA, ICAN, or Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) are preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in treasury management and trade finance, preferably in the oil and gas or energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of financial modeling, cash flow forecasting, and risk assessment techniques. Proficiency in treasury management systems (TMS) and financial ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Ability to develop and implement effective financial strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams to achieve financial objectives