Finance Treasury Specialist (N-25-20)
Provide support to the Finance Department in Lima, Peru.
Overview
Provide support to the Finance Department in Lima, Peru.
You have:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, economy, finance or related field of study.
- Proven experience in treasury management, including liquidity planning, banking relations, and financial reporting in a multinational or donor-funded organization.
- Proven experience in ensuring compliance with internal financial controls and donor-specific treasury requirements.
- Fluency in the official language of the country location.
- Advanced proficiency in English.
The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for one a Finance Treasury Specialist to provide support to the Finance Department in Lima, Peru.
About the position: The Finance Treasury Specialist will be responsible for performing a wide range of financial transactions, data analyses, and the preparation of reports to support the treasury processes. The role requires a strong understanding of cash flow management, banking operations, and internal controls to ensure compliance with institutional and donor requirements.
The selected candidate will report directly to the Senior Corporate Controller and will work in close coordination with various stakeholders within the Finance Department to maintain the integrity and efficiency of treasury-related activities.
This position will be based at CIP Headquarters in Lima, Peru.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economy, finance or related field of study.
- Proven experience in treasury management, including liquidity planning, banking relations, and financial reporting in a multinational or donor-funded organization.
- Proven experience in ensuring compliance with internal financial controls and donor-specific treasury requirements.
Specific Competencies:
· Exceptional analytical thinking and attention to detail
· Strong planning and organizational skills.
· Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Specialization:
· Strong knowledge of cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and financial risk mitigation.
· Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards related to treasury operations.
· Languages:
o Fluency in the official language of the country location
o Advanced proficiency in English
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with cash flow management and how it impacts financial operations? | This question assesses the candidate's experience and understanding of cash flow management. | Discuss specific experiences where you successfully managed cash flow and its effects on the organization. |
| What tools or methods do you use for financial reporting? | The interviewer wants to know the candidate's familiarity with financial reporting tools. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you ensured compliance with treasury operations. What steps did you take? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple treasury functions? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a time when you had to analyze complex financial data. What was your process? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you consider as key factors in maintaining banking relations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of how you handled financial reporting under tight deadlines. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated on financial regulations affecting treasury operations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |