Description

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, organization, and oversight of Treasury operations in compliance with internal policies, procedures, and governance frameworks;
• Prepare short- and mid-term cash flow forecasts, assess borrowing requirements and investment opportunities, and provide financial decision support to senior management;
• Maintain and expand strategic banking relationships with local and international financial institutions, including participation in negotiations on banking terms and facilities;
• Manage the investment of surplus funds in accordance with the Group’s Cash Management Policy, liquidity needs, and defined risk appetite, providing detailed risk factor analysis where applicable;
• Ensure optimal allocation and safeguarding of Group funds by monitoring exposure limits, counterparty risk, credit ratings, and applicable regulatory requirements;
• Implement and continuously improve treasury controls and procedures, including compliance with foreign exchange regulations and other legal requirements;
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings in the accounting system and coordinate with internal and external auditors during audit processes, ensuring timely implementation of audit recommendations;
• Regularly review, update, and implement the Cash and Liquidity Management Policy and other treasury-related documentation to align with best practices and business needs.

Requirements:

Education:

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field;
• International certifications are a strong asset (e.g., ACT, CFA, CTP, ACCA — full or partial qualification).

Experience:

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in treasury, corporate finance, or banking, including proven team leadership responsibilities;
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in managing liquidity, investment portfolios, treasury operations, and banking relationships.

Knowledge:

• Sound understanding of corporate treasury principles, cash flow management, and banking products;
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks, accounting principles, and reporting standards;
• Familiarity with foreign exchange regulation in Kazakhstan;
• Proficiency in treasury systems (TMS), ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle, SAP), and digital banking tools;
• Understanding of budgeting cycles, investment instruments, and short-term financial planning.

Languages:

• Knowledge of Kazakh and Russian;
• English – Advanced level (C1) is preferable, not lower than Upper Intermediate (B2)

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and initiative; ability to make decisions under uncertainty and tight deadlines;
• Strategic and analytical thinking with high attention to detail;
• Advanced Excel skills (including financial modeling for cash flow, FX, and investments);
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in cross-functional and cross-border contexts;
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.