Head Of Treasury

Job Title: Head Of Treasury Location: London Victoria Salary/Rate: Up To £500 per day (Inside IR35) Start Date: 01/07/2024 Job Type: Contract Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Head Of Treasury to join their team for a 12-month contract. Job Responsibilities/Objectives Treasury Management Develop and implement treasury policies and procedures to enhance cash flow management. Oversee daily cash operations, including cash positioning, forecasting, and investment strategies. Manage relationships with banks and other financial institutions to optimise banking services and negotiate fees. Ensure efficient use of cash resources and maintain adequate liquidity for the company's operations. Safeguarding Implement and maintain safeguarding measures to protect client funds, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Reconcile and report Merchant safeguarding liability reconciliations in accordance with the regulatory requirements along with incoming scheme fund and reserve reconciliation Monitor and report on safeguarding activities, ensuring the segregation of client funds from company funds. Conduct regular audits and reconciliations to ensure the integrity and security of safeguarded funds. Risk Management Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks related to treasury activities, including currency, interest rate, and credit risks. Develop and implement strategies to manage and hedge financial risks. Ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulatory requirements. Strategic Planning and Analysis Provide strategic input on financial planning and analysis, supporting the CFO and executive team. Analyse and forecast the company's financial position, including cash flow projections and funding requirements. Collaborate with other departments to support business initiatives and optimise financial performance. Compliance Management Stay abreast of regulatory changes in the financial services industry and ensure the company's adherence to all relevant regulations. Process Improvement Identify opportunities for process improvements within the treasury function to enhance efficiency and effectiveness Implement best practices and streamline procedures. Team Collaboration Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, compliance, and operations, to support business initiatives. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or professional certification (eg, CFA, CTP) preferred. extensive experience in treasury management, with a focus on safeguarding in the financial services industry. In-depth knowledge of treasury operations, cash management, financial markets, and investment strategies. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements related to safeguarding client funds. Proven experience in risk management and financial analysis. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in treasury management systems and financial software. High level of integrity, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities. Experience managing safeguarding audits If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr