Cash Management Head

As Cash Management Head, you will lead the company’s cash management operations with focus on collections, payments, liquidity, and short-term investments. You will oversee daily cash flow activities, ensure timely reconciliation and payment processing, manage banking relationships, and optimize investible funds while maintaining strong treasury controls. The role also drives automation initiatives, operational efficiency, and compliance with regulatory and internal financial policies.

CASH MANAGEMENT HEAD

Salary: Competitive and based on experience
Location: Makati

Keywords: cash management, treasury operations, collections management, liquidity planning, short-term investments, payments and disbursements, banking relationships, financial governance

A leading organisation in the financial sector is seeking a Cash Management Head to oversee and elevate its end-to-end cash management operations. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape the company’s financial health by ensuring seamless collections, efficient payments, robust liquidity management, and prudent short-term investments. You will be at the heart of treasury governance, working closely with senior leadership to drive operational excellence and compliance with regulatory standards. The position promises a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly impact business performance, supported by a culture that values knowledge sharing, professional growth, and flexible working opportunities.

* Play a key role in optimising cash flow operations and supporting strategic business decisions through effective liquidity planning and investment management.
* Join a supportive finance team that encourages collaboration, continuous learning, and offers access to training opportunities for career advancement.
* Enjoy a workplace that values flexibility, inclusivity, and provides opportunities to work on impactful projects that enhance organisational efficiency.

What you'll do:

As Cash Management Head, you will play an instrumental role in shaping the company’s financial landscape by overseeing all facets of cash management. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve close monitoring of collections from various sources, ensuring timely reconciliation across systems, and collaborating with different departments to address any discrepancies. You will take charge of payment operations—ranging from vendor settlements to payroll support—ensuring every transaction is processed accurately under stringent internal controls. By managing liquidity levels and short-term investments effectively, you will help optimise returns on idle funds while maintaining sufficient operational liquidity. Your expertise in banking operations will be crucial as you nurture partnerships with financial institutions and spearhead automation projects that streamline treasury functions. Success in this role means not only safeguarding the company’s assets but also driving continuous improvement in processes that underpin its financial stability.

* Oversee daily premium collections, policyholder payments, and all incoming cash flows to ensure accuracy and timeliness across multiple channels.
* Ensure prompt reconciliation of collections between banks, payment gateways, and internal systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve variances.
* Drive initiatives aimed at improving collection efficiency, enhancing cash application accuracy, and reducing turnaround times for financial transactions.
* Monitor collection trends closely and prepare detailed cash inflow forecasts to support proactive liquidity planning for the organisation.
* Lead all aspects of payment operations including vendor payments, claims funding, commissions, taxes, payroll support, and intercompany settlements with strict adherence to controls.
* Supervise bank funding activities and manage daily cash positioning to maintain optimal operational liquidity at all times.
* Strengthen payment controls by implementing process improvements designed to minimise operational risks and prevent fraud within payment workflows.
* Manage electronic banking platforms and automate payment processes to boost efficiency throughout treasury operations.
* Direct the management of short-term investments by placing excess funds in line with established treasury policies while balancing risk and yield considerations.
* Maintain strong relationships with partner banks, negotiate banking facilities, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and lead treasury-related automation initiatives.

What you bring:

To excel as Cash Management Head, you will bring a wealth of experience from similar roles within insurance or financial services environments. Your academic background in finance-related disciplines equips you with the technical foundation needed for sophisticated cash flow analysis and investment decisions. Beyond technical proficiency, your ability to foster positive relationships—both internally among colleagues and externally with banking partners—will set you apart. You are adept at navigating complex regulatory landscapes while upholding rigorous standards of compliance. Your approach combines analytical rigour with a collaborative spirit; you thrive when working alongside others towards shared goals. As someone who has managed teams before, your nurturing leadership style ensures that those around you feel supported and empowered to grow professionally. Your commitment to continuous improvement drives you to seek out new efficiencies through technology adoption or process enhancements—all while maintaining sensitivity to risk factors inherent in treasury operations.

* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field is required; holding a CPA or CFA qualification would be considered an advantage for this position.
* A minimum of 8–12 years’ experience in treasury or cash management roles within insurance or financial services sectors is highly desirable.
* Demonstrated exposure to collections management, payments operations, liquidity planning, and short-term investment strategies is essential for success in this role.
* Comprehensive understanding of banking operations coupled with practical knowledge of treasury controls and financial risk management practices is expected.
* Proficiency in using treasury management systems as well as ERP platforms is necessary for streamlining processes within the department.
* Exceptional analytical skills combined with proven ability to interpret complex data sets for informed decision-making are vital attributes for this position.
* Outstanding interpersonal skills are required for effective stakeholder engagement across multiple teams within the organisation.
* Experience supervising or mentoring personnel within finance or treasury functions will be highly regarded as it supports team development.
* A track record of successfully implementing process improvements or automation initiatives within treasury environments would be beneficial.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a trusted leader in the financial sector due to its unwavering commitment to integrity, transparency, and responsible stewardship of resources. Employees benefit from being part of a culture that prioritises teamwork over hierarchy—where everyone’s contributions are valued equally regardless of their role or tenure. The company invests heavily in professional development through ongoing training opportunities designed to keep staff at the forefront of industry best practices. Flexible working arrangements are available so employees can balance personal commitments without compromising on career progression. Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzzwords here—they form the bedrock upon which lasting relationships are built both inside the office walls and beyond them into local communities. With access to cutting-edge tools and supportive leadership focused on collective achievement rather than individual accolades, you’ll find yourself empowered not only to succeed but also to make meaningful contributions that resonate far beyond your immediate remit.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your expertise in cash management to new heights within an inclusive environment that values your growth and contribution, this is your moment to shine.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next rewarding career move awaits!

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