Head of Treasury at VFD Microfinance Bank

The Company

VFD Microfinance Bank is a dynamic, Lagos-based financial services institution operating in the microfinance banking sector. The combined experience of our management and board of directors spans more than five decades and several banking and finance organizations, nationally.

Job Summary

As the Head of Treasury, you will be pivotal in shaping the bank’s financial strategies and operations. Your primary focus will be on asset and liabilities matching, ensuring a robust balance between our income-generating assets and funding sources. This critical responsibility will help maintain the bank’s liquidity, profitability, and financial stability.

Job Details

• Asset and Liabilities Management
• Financial Planning and Forecasting
• Liquidity Risk Management
• Investment Strategy
• Interbank Relationships and Funding
• Compliance and Risk Oversight
• Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Treasury Operations Oversight
• Team Leadership and Development

Requirements

• Proven experience in treasury management, financial planning, and asset-liability management in the banking or financial industry
• Strong understanding of financial instruments, investment vehicles, and market dynamics
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and make data-driven decisions
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance in the financial sector
• Demonstrated track record of building and maintaining strategic relationships with other banks and financial institutions
• Outstanding leadership and communication skills to motivate and guide the treasury team effectively
• Adaptable, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic digital banking environment
• First degree in a finance/accounting-related field
• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent)
• Professional qualifications such as CFA, ACCA, etc.