Head of Treasury and Risk Management (d/f/m)

As Head of Treasury and Risk Management (d/f/m) of mobile.de, you will lead a small team that will be responsible for overseeing the company's financial risk exposures, optimising liquidity, managing cash flow, and ensuring the efficient and secure management of financial assets.

You will develop and implement robust treasury and risk management strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard the company's financial health and support its strategic objectives.

This is a hybrid role based in Berlin, Charlottenburg, offering flexibility to work both remotely and in-office.

Your Key Responsibilities

Treasury Management

• Cash Flow Management : Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive cash flow forecasting models to optimise working capital, ensure sufficient liquidity, and identify potential shortfalls or surpluses.
• Liquidity Management : Oversee daily cash positioning, manage bank accounts, and ensure optimal utilization of cash resources across various entities and geographies.
• Funding & Financing : Identify, evaluate, and execute appropriate short-term and long-term financing strategies (e.g., lines of credit, term loans, bonds, equity) to meet the company's capital requirements at competitive rates. Manage relationships with banks and other financial institutions.
• Investment Management : Develop and execute investment strategies for surplus cash, ensuring alignment with the company's risk appetite and liquidity needs. Monitor investment performance and compliance with investment policies.
• Foreign Exchange Management : Develop and execute strategies to mitigate foreign exchange risk exposures arising from international operations, including hedging programs (e.g., forwards, options).
• Debt Management : Manage the company's debt portfolio, including covenants, repayment schedules, and interest rate exposure.
• Banking Relationships : Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with banking partners, ensuring efficient and cost-effective banking services.

Risk Management (Financial)

• Financial Risk Identification & Assessment : Identify, analyze, and assess all financial risks, including but not limited to market risk (interest rate, foreign exchange, commodity), credit risk, liquidity risk, operational financial risk, and counterparty risk.
• Risk Mitigation Strategies : Develop and implement effective strategies, policies, and hedging programs to mitigate identified financial risks.
• Risk Reporting & Monitoring : Establish and maintain robust financial risk reporting frameworks. Monitor key risk indicators and provide regular reports to senior management and the board on the company's risk profile and mitigation effectiveness.
• Compliance & Governance : Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, internal policies, and governance frameworks related to treasury and risk management.
• Internal Controls : Design and implement strong internal controls over treasury and financial risk management processes.

Strategic & Leadership

• Strategy Development : Develop and articulate a comprehensive treasury and financial risk management strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
• Policy & Procedure Development : Establish, document, and maintain clear and comprehensive treasury and financial risk management policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Team Leadership & Development : Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing treasury and risk management team. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, professionalism, and collaboration.
• Stakeholder Management : Collaborate effectively with other departments (e.g., accounting, legal, sales, operations) to ensure integrated financial risk management and support business initiatives.
• Technology & Systems : Evaluate, recommend, and implement appropriate treasury management systems (TMS) and other financial technologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Market Intelligence : Stay abreast of market trends, economic developments, regulatory changes, and best practices in treasury and risk management.

Our Key Role Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., CTP - Certified Treasury Professional, FRM - Financial Risk Manager) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in treasury and/or financial risk management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Deep understanding of financial markets, instruments, and products (FX, interest rates, derivatives).
• Proficiency in cash flow forecasting, financial modeling, and scenario analysis.
• Experience with treasury management systems (TMS) and ERP systems (preferably SAP4Hana, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles related to treasury and financial instruments.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional communication (written and verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into actionable plans.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• High level of integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

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