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Treasury Specialist

Kuala Lumpur Permanent MYR70,000 - MYR120,000 per year View Job Description
The Treasury Specialist will support APAC treasury operations, ensuring effective cash management, liquidity planning, banking operations and financial risk management across multiple countries.This role acts as a key link between APAC operations and Group Treasury, ensuring alignment with global treasury strategies, policies, funding structures and risk management frameworks.
  • Attractive Remuneration Package
  • Opportunities to work in a Global Company

About Our Client

Putting people at the heart of everything we do. That's our Purpose and it's at the heart of our business. Since our inception in 1976, we have continued to grow and Build on existing strengths and ensuring we hold true to what we are famous for - People. Our global community of 9,000 recruiters live and breathe our core values: We continuously strive to Grow Connections, Earn trust, and ultimately - Make a Difference. At Michael Page, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants from all diverse background

Job Description

Cash & Liquidity Management

o Monitor daily cash positions across APAC entities

o Manage cash pooling structures in alignment with Group Treasury guidelines

o Execute intercompany funding, aligned with central funding strategies defined by Group Treasury

o Ensure optimal liquidity while minimizing idle cash

Cash Forecasting & Working Capital

o Prepare short-term and medium-term cash flow forecasts

o Partner with other functions to improve forecast accuracy

o Analyze variances between forecast vs actual cash movement

o Support Group Treasury in global liquidity planning/ working capital optimization initiatives

Bank Relationship & Account Management

o Manage bank accounts across APAC (opening, closing, maintenance) in coordination with Group Treasury policies

o Liaise with banking partners on operational matters

o Ensure up-to-date bank mandates and signatories

o Coordinate bank KYC and compliance documentation

Payments & Treasury Operations

o Oversee payment processes (in coordination with P2P)

o Ensure proper payment controls, approvals and fraud prevention measures

o Troubleshoot payment issues with banks and internal teams

o Support centralization of payment processes where required

Foreign Exchange (FX) Management

o Identify and monitor FX exposures (intercompany and external)

o Execute FX transactions (spot, forward contracts) in line with Group guideline/ policy

o Track and report FX positions and performance

Intercompany Funding & Transactions

o Manage intercompany loans and settlements based on Group Treasury directives

o Coordinate with R2R on accounting entries and reconciliations

o Ensure proper documentation and alignment with Tax function on transfer pricing

Compliance & Controls

o Ensure adherence to global treasury policies and local regulations

o Support audits (internal and external) related to treasury activities

o Maintain strong internal controls and documentation over cash and banking processes

o Escalate any deviations or risks to Group Treasury

o Drive automation and process improvements

Stakeholder Management

o Act as the primary treasury contact for APAC entities and also Group Treasury on operational matters

o Collaborate with: Group Treasury (for funding, FX, policy, reporting) / R2R (for cash accounting, bank reconciliation) / P2P (for payments and cash outflows) / O2C (for collections inflows) / Tax (for WHT, cash repatriation, intercompany funding) / Commercial Finance (for forecasts and business insights)

The Successful Applicant

A successful Treasury Specialist should have:

· Degree in Finance/ Accounting/ Economics, or equivalent with 3 - 6 years in Treasury / Finance / Banking

· Fluency in English (any other language is a plus)

· Experience in multinational and centralized treasury structures preferred

· Experience with cash pooling and intercompany settlement/ netting structures

· Strong knowledge of APAC regulatory and banking landscape

· Strong stakeholder management across regional and global teams

· Familiarity with: Treasury Management Systems (e.g., Kyriba) / ERP systems (NetSuite)

· Ability to operate in a matrix organization (Local/ Regional + Group Treasury)

· Advanced Excel

· High attention to detail and governance mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package.
  • Comprehensive SSC benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work in a large and reputable organization.
  • Collaborative and professional work environment in KL.
  • Career growth opportunities within the Accounting & Finance department.



If you are passionate about treasury functions and eager to contribute to the Business Services industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role in KL.

Contact
Cheryl Fernandez
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7026965
Phone number
+60 3 2302 4074

Job summary

Function
Finance & Accounting
Specialisation
Treasury
What is your area of specialisation?
Business Services
Location
Kuala Lumpur
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Cheryl Fernandez
Consultant contact
+60 3 2302 4074
Job Reference
JN-052026-7026965

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.