Treasury Specialist

A leading South African financial services group, known for its scale, stability, and strong presence in retirement and investment solutions, is looking to appoint a Treasury Specialist to join their high-performing finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a treasury professional who enjoys working in a complex, high-volume environment and wants exposure to both operational and strategic treasury functions.

The Role
You will play a key role in managing a large and dynamic treasury environment, supporting over 20 legal entities and thousands of bank accounts across the group. The function sits at the heart of the business, ensuring optimal liquidity, efficient cash management, and strong banking relationships.

This role offers a balance of operational execution and strategic involvement, with exposure to cash flow forecasting, funding structures, and liquidity management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a high volume of bank accounts, including opening, closing, and KYC processes
• Support cash management across corporate entities, including working capital optimisation and yield enhancement
• Drive liquidity management and cash flow forecasting initiatives
• Assist with funding requirements, share schemes, and broader cash flow projects
• Manage forex payments, foreign suppliers, and basic hedging activities
• Ensure compliance with exchange control regulations, including SARB approvals
• Engage with banking partners on facilities, funding structures, and cash flow cycles
• Contribute to strategic treasury initiatives, including debt structuring and capital management
• Support the leadership and development of a growing treasury team

Experience, Qualifications & Skills

• CA(SA) qualification is essential
• 3–7 years’ post-articles experience within a treasury function
• Strong exposure to corporate treasury in a high-volume environment
• Financial services experience is highly preferred
• Practical experience in cash management, liquidity, and banking relationships
• Exposure to forex and exchange control regulations
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to think strategically
• Ability to operate both independently and as part of a collaborative team