Treasury Officer at ENGIE

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The day-to-day treasurer supports the Head of Treasury in managing cash operations.
• The role is responsible for day-to-day treasury operations

The key responsibilities of day-to-day treasurer will be, but not limited to, the following:

Management of:

• Manage cash operations
• Short term investments
• Determine daily cash positions
• Monitor liquidity
• Manage short-term cash forecast (12 months)
• Report on company liquidity
• Understanding of SARB/Excon requirements
• Functional understanding of insurance 
• Good understanding of banking requirements such as FICA and KYC requirements
• Ability to do payment runs on banking platforms and ERP’s

COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

• Head of Treasury, CFO, Accounting, FP&A, Tax
• Operations, AIFA
• Administration and Support Functions teams (Proc, HR, IT, Legal,…)
• Decentralised Entity Finance teams
• Health & Safety Team

External:

Contractual Counterparties

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Education

• Finance degree.

Language

• English: excellent communication skills spoken, written and verbal.

Software skills

• High degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Word Processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Enterprise Resource Planning applications (SAP or equivalent).
• Advanced level excel skills.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years in treasury operations, financial risk management, project financing, relationship with local banking community, preferably in a renewable sector or a large multinational company, with bottom up budget preparation.
• Experience in cash operations management
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, including SARB approval, and compliance requirements.
• Solid understanding of risk management principles and internal control frameworks, with experience in ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Strong business and financial acumen (understanding of key operational and business indicators driving financial performance e.g. gross margin, profit and cash flow).
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capability to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels.
• Ability to act independently to prioritize, initiate, resolve and complete actions required to take the business forward to meet goals

Soft Skills

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills 

• Advanced analytical skills, with ability to synthesize complex data and lead strategic decision-making processes, strong attention to detail.
• Proactive approach to planning, problem-solving, and decision-making, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term goals.
• Expertise in gathering, organizing, and exchanging information to drive impactful decision-making.

Collaboration & Communication 

• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across departments and lead cross-functional teams to achieve optimal results.
• Ability to work effectively with multicultural and multidisciplinary teams, promoting inclusivity, diversity, and the sharing of diverse perspectives.
• Exceptional communication skills, creating an open, transparent environment for both personal and professional discussions.

Ownership & Accountability 

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for departmental goals, driving the financial planning process and ensuring the team’s contributions are aligned with business priorities.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions and foster a culture of accountability and integrity within the team.
• Ability to perform self-reviews and reasonability checks on accuracy of data.
• Ensures high standards of ethics and compliance are maintained.
• Willingness to understand the Renewable Energy Industry and operational technologies to contribute to meaningful business review and analysis.

Innovation & Initiative  

• Creative and strategic thinker with a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement in financial processes and performance.
• Strong decision-making ability, taking a strategic approach to problem-solving.

Cultural Awareness & Respect 

• Strong commitment to inclusivity and cultural diversity, fostering a respectful and adaptable environment within the team and across the business.
• Leads by example in promoting a positive team culture where different viewpoints are respected, and open dialogue is encouraged.

Quality & Sustainability Awareness 

• Maintain a focus on quality and sustainability, ensuring that financial operations and reporting align with the highest standards and the company’s sustainability goals.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, both within the financial operations and in the broader business context, ensuring the long-term impact of decisions.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures;
• Behaves in a responsible way;
• Lives the values of the Company;
• Undertakes other duties as may be requested within reason.