Treasury Analyst at Robert Walters

• An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Treasury Analyst to join a globally recognised investment firm based in Cape Town. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of treasury functions, collaborating with experienced teams, and benefiting from access to an extensive network of industry knowledge.

What you'll do:

As a Treasury Analyst in this Cape Town-based team, you will be instrumental in supporting all aspects of treasury operations across multiple investment strategies.

• Prepare daily liquidity reports and execute cash management activities across multiple funds, ensuring accurate monitoring and movement of assets.
• Maintain the Treasury Management System on a daily basis by integrating bank statements, performing reconciliations, and ensuring data integrity.
• Assist with the onboarding process for new funds by facilitating bank account openings and managing operational setup requirements.
• Oversee ongoing maintenance of treasury systems including account management, entity updates, and maintaining robust bank connectivity.
• Execute foreign exchange settlements, intercompany transfers, and various payment instructions in accordance with established controls.
• Support deal funding processes by adhering to approval protocols and collaborating closely with reporting teams, deal teams, and FX hedging advisors.
• Liaise effectively with banks, fund administrators, auditors, and internal stakeholders to resolve queries promptly and efficiently.
• Assist in the onboarding and ongoing administration of credit facilities by preparing utilisation requests, repayment notices, and compliance documentation.
• Contribute to the implementation of cash management automation initiatives as well as semi-annual reviews of system access controls.
• Provide ad hoc support to senior team members on special projects or process improvement initiatives as required.

What you bring:

To excel as a Treasury Analyst in this setting, you will bring proven experience from previous roles within asset management or related financial services sectors. Your background should reflect:

• A relevant finance degree.
• 2 to 3 years’ prior experience in a similar treasury or cash management role within an asset management environment.
• Proven knowledge of cash management practices as well as familiarity with credit facility administration processes.
• Hands-on experience using Kyriba or similar Treasury Management Systems
• Advanced Excel skills enabling you to analyse large datasets accurately
• Strong analytical abilities that allow you to identify trends, solve problems efficiently, and contribute meaningfully to process improvements.
• A keen eye for detail combined with outstanding organisational skills
• Experience with Coupa, Oxane, Power BI or other automation tools would be advantageous but is not essential.