Finance Executive

The Finance Executive will play a crucial role in supporting the Planning and Treasury Manager by managing cash flow planning, ensuring adequate liquidity, and maintaining strong relationships with banking and financial institution partners. This position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute both conventional and innovative financing transactions that align with the company’s strategic business objectives. The role demands a proactive approach to funding strategies, risk management, and financial process optimization to support day-to-day operations and future expansion plans.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in the Annual Business Plan and Rolling Estimate process by developing funding strategies across short, medium, and long-term horizons, ensuring alignment with Group Treasury objectives.
- Manage operational and strategic funding requirements, proactively forecasting cash flow to identify potential shortfalls and developing mitigation plans.
- Identify and rank funding sources based on counterparty risk, cost, legal structure, accounting implications, and regulatory constraints.
- Ensure compliance with group debt covenants and review financing agreements in coordination with the legal department to manage financial risks.
- Monitor consolidated credit and counterparty risks, devising mitigation strategies consistent with organizational business processes.
- Implement best financial practices in agreements and business processes, reviewing daily treasury transactions and resolving operational bottlenecks.
- Negotiate financing costs and bank charges to ensure value for money, identify cost-effective financing and profitable investment opportunities, and lead negotiations for cash deposits from distributors.
- Develop customized financial products in collaboration with partner banks to enhance key performance indicators and improve payment modules for vendors.
- Verify bank guarantees received from distributors in accordance with company policy.
- Manage import-related financial requirements, including letters of credit, banking contracts, and foreign currency transactions.
- Liaise with the State Bank of Pakistan to obtain necessary approvals and oversee international and domestic banking transactions.
- Analyze macroeconomic variables such as growth trends, inflation, monetary and fiscal policies, and foreign currency pricing to assess their impact on business and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Assist in financial processes related to FX-denominated equity or loans, including capital increases, foreign currency conversions, dividend disbursement analysis, and documentation.
- Review and submit daily, weekly, and monthly group reporting requirements, validate interest accruals and bank charges during financial closing.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure smooth audit processes related to treasury activities.
- Lead and mentor Finance Analysts, supporting their development plans, tracking performance, and building succession capabilities within the team.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree or professional qualification such as CA or ACCA.
- A minimum of 4 to 6 years of total relevant experience, including 3 to 5 years of treasury experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Functional experience of 2 to 4 years in treasury or finance roles involving cash flow management, funding strategies, and financial risk mitigation.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

While specific benefits are not detailed, candidates with strong negotiation skills, experience in structured financial products, and the ability to interpret macroeconomic trends will be well-positioned for success in this role. The position offers an opportunity to work closely with senior management and cross-functional teams, contributing directly to the company’s financial health and strategic growth initiatives.