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Equity bank Tanzania limited he's a commercial bank licensed by the Bank of Tanzania. The bank’s purpose is to transform the lives and livelihoods of the people of Africa socially and economically by availing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize their opportunities. Equity Bank Tanzania easy subsidiary of Equity Group Holdings Plc, with banking subsidiaries in Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, Rwanda and democratic republic of Congo(DRC). Currently, the bank is seeking additional talent to serve in the role outlined below
 
Head of Treasury
Reporting to the managing director, the role holder will be responsible for assessing, monitoring, planning and managing the efficient utilization of cash and financial services in a manner consistent with the objectives of the bank
 
Key Duties and Responsibilities

Understand, manage and supervise all aspects of cash flow
Forecast daily cash requirements and execute daily financing decisions
Manage all aspects of in-house investment portfolios
Direct, monitor and trade investment portfolios including working capital, high yield, Escrow, and other portfolios
Manage long-term and short-term investment strategies
Determine the company's goal and risk tolerance
Determine the company's tax position and the ability of taxable/ non-taxable instruments
Assess risk/return of tradeoffs as per bank's guidelines
Assess performance benchmarks and recommend changes when warranted
Review and recommend changes to the investment policies based on the market conditions
Prepare or monitor company's various cash flows forecasts and perform financial modelling
Evaluate, develop and implement cash management systems to optimise efficiencies
Understand and manage appropriate accounting procedures and processes
Manage relationships with financial services providers
Monitor bank service fees and address quality issues
Evaluate alternative long-term borrowing strategies and make recommendations in accordance with the capital structure guidelines
Recommend, implement and maintain process improvements
Provide technical and other support for mergers and acquisitions, and other projects as needed
Support and participate in Equity Bank’s strategic plan activities

Candidate’s Qualifications, Knowledge and experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance. MBA is an added advantage
CTP designation strongly preferred
Extensive experience in preparing cash forecast and cash flow analyses
Experience in the preparation of financial schedules and SEC filings including some disclosures
Experience in building complex financial models to evaluate various financial plans
Experience in presenting and preparing proposals to recommend new product/services
Experience in leading, coaching and developing staff

Required Skills, Knowledge & competencies

Knowledge of investment portfolio strategies, banking, and financial instruments
General knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements for investments and other financial instruments

The above position is a demanding role which the bank will provide a competitive package to the successful candidate. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your ability is to meet their criteria given above, please submit your application letter together with a detailed curriculum vitae quoting the job in the subject to TZRecruitment@equitybank.co.tz by Saturday June 16th  2018
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace