Manager, FX Treasury
Location : WP. Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Job Brief : This role will take full ownership of core treasury functions, including cash flow management, liquidity optimisation, banking and trustee relationship management, Forex hedging, and financial risk mitigation. A key focus will be on implementing strategic fund pooling structures across subsidiaries, jurisdictions, and currencies to enhance cash utilisation and yield.
The position also entails oversight of treasury technology tools, regulatory compliance, and process automation to support scalable operations. Success in this role requires strategic thinking, strong execution skills and effective cross‑functional collaboration in a dynamic, fast‑paced fintech or financial services environment.
Job Responsibilities
Cash Flow Management & Fund Optimization
- Lead short‑ and long‑term cash‑flow forecasting and liquidity planning across business units.
- Monitor daily cash positions across operational, trust and multi‑currency accounts.
- Manage capital movements including shareholder funding, dividend distributions, intercompany loans and repayments.
- Design and implement fund pooling structures across subsidiaries in different countries and currencies to optimise group‑wide liquidity and maximise yield on idle funds.
Banking & Trustee Relationship Management
Maintain strong relationships with banks, trustees and financial institutions across jurisdictions.Oversee account operations including account openings / closures, mandate updates and digital banking platforms.Negotiate and manage banking products such as loan facilities, overdrafts, guarantees and FX lines.Collaborate with global banking partners to ensure optimal cross‑border cash management and pooling arrangements.Liquidity & Investment Oversight
Ensure efficient management of funds in compliance with eMoney and local regulatory guidelines.Monitor and optimise liquidity positions across business entities, payment platforms and trust structures.Coordinate merchant settlement cycles and fund transfers to ensure efficiency, compliance and risk control.Support the deployment of surplus liquidity into safe, short‑term investment vehicles with the goal of maximising returns while maintaining liquidity.Treasury Risk Management (Forex & Interest Rate)
Proactively monitor and manage foreign exchange and interest‑rate exposures across global operations.Develop and execute Forex hedging strategies in line with company policies and market conditions.Evaluate financial instruments and derivative strategies to mitigate treasury‑related financial risks.Provide guidance on risk management best practices in cross‑border cash movements and currency conversion.Treasury Tools, Reporting & Compliance
Utilise and manage treasury management systems (TMS) to support automation, reporting and risk control.Prepare comprehensive treasury reports for senior management, auditors and regulatory bodies.Ensure full compliance with internal treasury policies, local and international regulatory requirements.Support the preparation of statutory treasury disclosures and audit documentation.Process Optimization & Team Development
Identify and implement process improvements and automation initiatives across treasury workflows.Drive digitisation of cash management, forecasting and reconciliation processes through modern tools.Build treasury capabilities by mentoring junior team members and fostering a high‑performance culture.Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field.Experience : 5–7 years of progressive experience in corporate treasury, financial risk management or a similar domain.Hands‑on experience with Forex hedging, multi‑currency operations and treasury management systems.Proven track record in fund pooling, inter‑company funding structures and optimising group‑wide cash positions.Exposure to trust fund oversight and working with banks across different jurisdictions.FinTech, eMoney or regulated financial services experience highly advantageous.Strong analytical, quantitative and problem‑solving skills.In‑depth understanding of foreign exchange risk, interest‑rate management and liquidity planning.Proficiency with cash forecasting, treasury platforms and banking technology.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders.Agile mindset with a strong bias for continuous improvement and process efficiency.Master's degree or professional certifications such as CTP, CFA or FRM considered advantageous.#J-18808-Ljbffr