Manager, Treasury & Trade Finance

G3 Canada Limited is a progressive and continuously growing company. As part of our commitment to building a smarter path from Farmer’s fields to the global market, we are establishing a highly efficient coast-to-coast Canadian Grain enterprise designed to provide a unique competitive alternative to farmers and superior service to customers and stakeholders. The integrity and resourcefulness of our people are the foundation of that commitment.

Job Title: Manager, Treasury & Trade Finance
Location: G3 Head Office, Winnipeg (On Site)

Reporting to the Treasurer, and working alongside the Treasury team, the Manager’s primary focus is leading the daily operational functions of the G3 treasury including developing expanded trade finance capabilities, short and long-term cash forecasting and analysis, net interest expense management, short and long-term borrowing analysis and administration, balance sheet optimization, foreign exchange hedging, and interest rate risk management. The Manager will also take a lead role in the use and administration of the company’s Treasury Management System (TMS). Alongside the Treasury Associate, the Manager will also lead and support risk management as it pertains to Treasury functions, bank compliance and administration, and supporting the corporate budgeting and forecasting process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Trade Finance:

• Develop and enhance trade finance capabilities to support international sales of agricultural commodities using various tools including (but not exclusively) receivables insurance, receivables factoring, inventory financing with a focus on economics, risk management, and ease of use.
• Coordinate strategy and build relationships with lenders, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure efficiency, speed, and alignment with internal processes and procedures.

Banking:

• Maintain effective external relationships with financial institution service providers and act as liaison between banks, the broader Finance team, and the business units to ensure all required banking services are in place and functioning. Such activities include opening and closing bank accounts, changing signatories, letters of credit, and handling ‘Know Your Client’ (KYC) and ‘Anti-Money Laundering’ (AML) matters with financial institutions.

Cash Management & Foreign Exchange:

• Oversee and supervise the short-term cash position of the corporation and its associated companies, including daily review of cash flow forecasts, borrowing needs, and investment of surplus cash.
• Manage the forecasting, execution, strategy, and administration of the company’s short-term borrowing facilities, with a focus on working with the broader business to optimize the balance sheet, and working closely with the broader Finance group to assemble the required information on a monthly or as required basis.
• Develop and maintain long-term cash forecasts, analyze and understand liquidity trends and scenarios, and share findings with the broader organization.
• Manage the use and administration of the company’s Treasury Management System, supporting the company’s goal of increasing automation and centralizing Treasury data, forecasts, and analysis.
• Manage excess cash, intercompany cash balances, and intercompany cash movements.
• Monitor and analyze interest rate and foreign exchange risks arising from credit facilities and corporate initiatives.

Budgeting and Business Plan:

• Leverage existing long-term cash and liquidity forecasts to contribute to the budget and business plan for the operating companies.

FX and Interest Rate Hedging:

• Manage and execute daily commodity foreign exchange and corporate interest rate hedges within prescribed risk limits.
• Ensure adequate capacity within the derivative broker network to manage corporate and commodity-specific risks.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or Business Administration, with a major in Finance or Accounting.
• A professional designation such as a CTP, CFA, CA, CBV, MBA or progress towards one of those designations.
• A minimum of seven years of experience in Trade Finance, Treasury, Corporate Banking, or related areas.
• Experience developing and managing trade finance programs including engaging with lenders and internal stakeholders.
• Experience with cash management, and short and long-term cash forecasting, and scenario analysis.
• Experience with different types of credit facilities, including asset-backed facilities, and their related reporting and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing a foreign exchange and interest rate hedge program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

If you are looking for a flexible work-life balance, a competitive salary and benefits package, and an opportunity to grow your career, G3 will give you this opportunity. Join our diverse team of talented professionals!

G3 is committed to providing a safe and respectful work environment, and to supporting the success of employees throughout the organization. We encourage women, indigenous people, people with disabilities, and members of visible minorities to apply and self-identify.