Treasury Manager - FTC

Treasury Manager (Senior Finance Manager)  

General Information

Location: Dublin

Business Area: SaT

Contract Type: FTC, Immediate, initial 12 months (To be assessed)  

The organisation has embarked on a business transformation programme which will be enabled with a new finance solution where five existing finance systems will be consolidated into one overall common standard design. The new solution will also support future growth and align to a new finance operating model.  

In addition, the programme will enable the organisation to achieve its 6 strategic business objectives: 

1.    Provide a unified finance system for the whole enterprise which is flexible to meet the business needs providing a single source of truth.  
2.    Enable adoption of finance process leading practices – standardised, efficient, leverage automation and technology.  
3.    Finance   move to   a   business   partner   role   providing   insight   and   challenging organisational decision making;  
4.    Delivery of the project on time within the budget to the required benefits realisation and enable NGT implementation within the agreed timelines;  
5.    Ensure robust controls and governance are incorporated in the project and new system while ensuring efficiency of operations, i.e. ensure we have controls at the right level; and  
6.    Align to the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Strategy – cloud- first mindset.  

As part of the new finance operating model the organisation is planning to establish a new centralised treasury team to consolidate existing treasury and banking reconciliation activities into a new centre of expertise. The organisation have a large number of bank accounts and various processes that require standardisation and optimisation.     

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this individual is responsible for overseeing the treasury management and reconciliation of all the banking controls and processes – inclusive of over 60 accounts and oversight of the treasury policy. This role will play a key part in ensuring the completeness  and accuracy  of  the banking transactions  including  revenue  recognition  and payment processes with activity levels exceeding €2bn. This work will ensure the delivery of a leading  treasury  function  from  driving  project  planning  and  design  phases  to operational oversight ensuring that all relevant treasury policies and procedures are strictly adhered to. The role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day reconciliation monitoring, maintaining and updating of the finance controls, policies and systems, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of treasury and finance controls, system enhancements, automation and technology improvements, reporting enhancement and control frameworks. The individual will also be key to ensuring robust controls are in place and that there is a continuous enhancement of the controls, training and guidance material and other finance and treasury processes. The role is responsible for managing treasury risks and ensuring the organisation obtains value for money in its banking relationships and transactions.   

The  Treasury  Manager  shall  undertake  tasks  including  those  listed  below  to  the  highest standards:  

Role

 
The Treasury Manager lead will have responsibility & accountability for: 

·    Establish, set up and operate a centralised treasury function;   
·    Enhancing and ensuring compliance with the treasury and banking policies and  procedures  
·    Apply a structured methodology and lead organisational change management activities  for the consolidation of treasury functions;  
·    Lead and own the design, development, delivery and management of treasury and  banking controls, processes and procedures;  
·    Conduct impact analyses, assess change readiness and identify key stakeholders;  
·    Collaborating with the wider finance team and continuously monitoring internal  processes – identifying value creation opportunities to maximize the potential of the  department and help build a strong and robust treasury environment;  
·    Working closely with the finance systems and internal control teams to ensure the  design and effectiveness of systems, processes and controls provide a strong and robust environment;  
·    Designing, implementing, and optimising the treasury operating model, and improving  efficiency including developing service level agreements and Key Performance  Indicators;  
·    Design and produce monitoring reports over reconciliations and prepared ongoing  management KPIs for senior management review    

·    To own the relationship with banks and other stakeholders including the data streams,  compliance, cost control and data warehousing / reporting;  
·    Develop and maintain global process documentation and training for treasury process  stream.  
·    Manage and train a team to complete day to day banking operations.  
·    Provide input, document requirements and support the design and delivery of training  programs.  
·    Identify, analyse and prepare risk mitigation tactics;  
·    Support organizational design and definition of roles and responsibilities.  
·    Support audit assignments performed by Internal Audit, the Comptroller and  Auditor General and other regulatory bodies.  
·    Represent the Finance Department to the highest standard at all times,  
·    Work effectively as a ‘finance business partner’, building strong relationships across the organisation, operating in a flexible and collaborative manner, while quickly adapting to the evolving requirements of the Finance function.  
·    Embed an ethos of innovation and continuous improvement within the team; and  
·    Assist with other ad hoc assignments outside of the team and generally support the  work of the organisation. 
·    Other ad-hoc duties as agreed.  

This person will report directly into the Financial Controller. 

The functions and responsibilities initially assigned to the position are based on the current organisational requirements and may be changed from time to time. The person appointed requires the flexibility to fulfil other roles and responsibilities at a similar level.  

To qualify for the role you must be

We require an individual who has developed expertise in treasury, cash management, banking and financial control. The individual needs to have experience working in complex, multi- priority and matrixed organisations, and expertise dealing with both technical and non- technical stakeholders.  

·    Well-developed leadership and management ability;  
·    Highly organised with strong interpersonal skills and professionalism;  
·    Knowledge and experience of best practice controls and governance practices;  
·    Effective at managing stakeholder engagement and relationships;  
·    Highly organised with strong interpersonal skills, including verbal communication, report writing and presentation skills.  
·    Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations;  
·    Experience leading and developing finance teams;   
·    Experience in building strong internal control systems;    
·    Experience in financial systems development;  
·    Excellent analytical skills;  
·    Resilient and tenacious with a propensity to persevere;  
·    Forward looking with a holistic approach;  
·    Problem solving and root cause identification skills;  
·    Able to work effectively at all levels in an organization;  
·    Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively with and through others;  
·    Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges;  

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.

 Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Hybrid Working
• Pension/Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Referral Bonuses & Recognition Awards
• Tech MBA paid by EY

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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