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Job Title:  Treasury & Forex Manager

Organisation: Agri Exim Limited

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Financial Controller

About the Company:

Agri Exim Limited is a supplier of certified organic commodities sourced globally. The rich diversity in our supply chain enables us to deliver both small and large orders customized on multiple, physical and chemical parameters.

Job Summary:  A Treasury & Forex Manager plays a critical role in managing a company’s financial operations, focusing on treasury functions and foreign exchange (forex) management

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Treasury Management:

• Manage the company’s liquidity to ensure smooth operations and financial stability.
• Oversee cash flow planning, forecasting, and management.
• Preparation & Presentation of Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Yearly Cash Flow Projections and comparison with actuals
• Maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions for financing and operational needs.
• Optimize the company’s capital structure and funding costs.
• Co-ordination with Collateral Manager

Foreign Exchange Management:

• Monitor and manage forex risks arising from currency fluctuations.
• Implement hedging strategies using instruments like forward contracts, options, and swaps.
• Analyze and forecast exchange rate trends and their impact on the business.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the Treasury department.
• Streamline financial procedures and systems to reduce errors and increase productivity.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and technological advancements.

Reporting & Compliance:

• Prepare financial reports on treasury and forex operations for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Assist in audits and liaise with regulatory authorities when required.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Communicate effectively with internal departments and external partners regarding financial matters.
• Address and resolve financial queries and issues raised by other departments or external parties.
• Provide support and financial advice to various departments as needed.

Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate financial risks, including market, credit, and liquidity risks.
• Develop and implement risk management frameworks and policies.

Team Management:

• Supervise and mentor a team of treasury accountants
• Conduct performance reviews, provide training and development opportunities, and address any personnel issues.
• Delegate tasks and ensure the timely completion of accounting processes and reports

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  

• CA / ACCA and CPA would be an added advantage.

Work Experience

• 8 to 10 years

Desired profile

• Strong understanding of treasury functions and financial instruments.
• Expertise in forex markets, hedging, and risk management.
• Cash & working capital Management
• Knowledge of accounting standards
• Communication skills: Written & Oral
• SAP ECC6 or SAP S4 HANA knowledge is an added advantage

Competency Segment “Personal”

• Assertiveness
• Problem solving
• Managing stress & work life balance
• Interpersonal Communication

Competency Segment “Business”

• Business process improvement
• Knowledge management
• Analytical Thinking

Competency Segment “Leadership”

• Conflict & negotiation
• Developing people
• Managing team collaboration & delegation

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit their application letter and Curriculum Vitae to HR@agrieximfze.com

Deadline: 11th January 2025

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