Treasury Manager

Job location: our office in Ottawa, Canada. We work in a hybrid model, therefore you will be expected to be in our office 3-days per week. 

About the team

As a member of the Finance team reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the Treasury Manager will oversee treasury operations for Kinaxis.  This is an exciting opportunity to partner with your colleagues and build a dedicated and consolidated treasury function in a high-growth, multi-entity, and global business.  Key responsibilities will include cash management including cash forecasting, legal entity funding, banking authorities and account management, and the management of investments and foreign currency risk.

You will partner with stakeholders in Finance and across other areas including HR, Legal, and Corporate IT. As Treasury Manager, you will help establish policies, implement compliant processes and systems for efficiency, and help generate returns and manage financial risk for the business.  

What you will do

• Lead cash management operations including daily cash administration, management of accounts and authorities, credit facilities, and function as regular point of contact for banking relationships.
• Forecast, monitor, and track cash flow across legal entities, executing intercompany transfers as required.
• Manage short-term investments to maximize use of available funds in accordance with policy.
• Manage exposure to foreign currency risks and execute spot and forward transactions in accordance with company policy.
• Review, approve, and release electronic disbursements, with appropriate documentation and authorization.
• Support period-end financial close requirements including account balancing and reconciliation.
• Review and help drive improvements in treasury processes. Develop and support policies, procedures, and controls.
• Support internal controls, external audit and SOX compliance and reporting for treasury processes. Maintain integrity and accuracy in financial transactions and reports.
• Effectively work with colleagues across Finance and other key internal and external stakeholders.
• Support Legal, Corporate Secretariat and Controllership with related areas including share-capital management, credit card programs, risk management and insurance.
• Assist with special project assignments, ad-hoc analysis as required.

What we are looking for

• Post-secondary degree in finance, accounting, or related field, with a CPA, CFA or MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting, with a strong background in treasury.
• Experience in a multi-entity global environment, high-tech industry experience an asset.
• Comfort working with auditors and operating in a controls-based environment.
• Experienced using various banking platforms. Experience with ERP systems, Netsuite an asset.
• Strong business acumen with knowledge of financial markets.
• Experience in establishing processes and completing projects in a complex environment.
• Excellent communication skills, including being able to clearly communicate financial information to colleagues and stakeholders, and work collaboratively with integrity.
• Skilled in Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook).
• Able to manage multiple and dynamic priorities and deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment.