Overview

The Treasury Manager at the organisation oversees all financial operations, ensuring effective management of funds to support our mission-driven initiatives in Uganda. This role involves monitoring cash flow, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations to maximize our social impact. The Treasury Manager plays a vital role in safeguarding our resources and enabling us to serve our communities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cash management and ensure liquidity for operational needs.
• Develop and implement treasury policies and procedures.
• Manage banking relationships and negotiate favorable terms.
• Monitor cash flow forecasts and prepare financial reports.
• Coordinate investment strategies to maximize returns on surplus funds.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
• Analyze financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support budgeting and financial planning processes.
• Train and mentor finance team members on treasury functions.
• Collaborate with other departments to align financial strategies with organizational goals.

Interview questions to ask

1. Can you describe a time when you successfully managed cash flow for an organization? What strategies did you implement to ensure financial stability?
2. How do you prioritize your tasks when managing multiple financial projects or reports with tight deadlines?
3. Imagine we are facing a sudden drop in donations. What steps would you take to mitigate the financial impact on our programs?
4. What experience do you have with budgeting and forecasting? Can you share a specific instance where your projections significantly impacted decision-making?
5. How do you ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards in a nonprofit setting?
6. Can you provide an example of how you’ve collaborated with other departments to achieve financial goals? What was the outcome?
7. At the organisation, we value integrity and transparency. How do you incorporate these values into your financial management practices?
8. Describe a challenging financial situation you encountered in your previous role. How did you handle it, and what was the result?
9. How do you stay updated on financial best practices and trends, especially in the nonprofit sector?
10. In your opinion, what role does a Treasury Manager play in advancing the mission of a nonprofit organization ?
11. Can you discuss a time when you had to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders? How did you ensure they understood?
12. What motivates you to work in the nonprofit sector, and how does that align with our mission atn the organisation?