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Departer is a leading German Executive Search firm with over 20 years of experience in global leadership recruitment. We specialize in placing executives in medium-sized enterprises and private equity portfolio firms across DACH, MEAI, ASIA, and ANZ regions. With a deep understanding of the DACH economy, we facilitate successful placements within global management teams across corporate headquarters and entities abroad.
Our Austrian client is a leading international organization operating across multiple markets, with a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and strategic growth within the telecommunications and consumer electronics sector. They are currently seeking a Treasury and Investment Manager to lead finance operations, liquidity management, investment activities, and strategic financial decision-making. This role offers strong visibility within the business and the opportunity to impact financial performance and risk management directly.
Your duties and responsibilities will include:
- Oversee daily cash management, liquidity planning, and short- to long-term cash forecasting
- Manage and optimize banking relationships, including account structures, fees, and service agreements
- Ensure efficient working capital management and maintain sufficient liquidity for operational needs
- Administer debt facilities, including loans, credit lines, guarantees, and covenant compliance
- Monitor and manage financial risks (interest rate, FX, liquidity, and counterparty risks)
- Develop and maintain treasury policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Manage the organization’s investment portfolio in line with approved strategies and risk appetite
- Execute investment transactions and monitor portfolio performance
- Provide recommendations on asset allocation and investment strategy
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements
- Prepare treasury and investment reports for senior management and key stakeholders
- Provide analysis on cash flow, liquidity, and investment performance
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
- Contribute to financial reporting, disclosures, and audit processes
- Collaborate closely with accounting, tax, risk, and finance teams
- Lead treasury-related system enhancements and process improvement initiatives
To be successful in this role, you should have the following skills and experiences:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- Professional certifications such as ACT, CFA, CTP, or CPA are advantageous
- Minimum 5 years of experience in treasury, investments, corporate finance, or financial markets
- Strong understanding of cash management, financial instruments, and investment products
- Experience working with banks, investment managers, and regulatory bodies
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
- In-depth knowledge of treasury operations and investment principles
- Solid risk management and compliance mindset
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- High attention to detail with strong governance awareness
- Proficiency in treasury systems and advanced Excel/financial tools
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional, and international environment