Treasury Back Office Assistant – Treasury Role in Colombo

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Treasury Back Office Assistant – Treasury Role in Colombo

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Back Office Assistant – Treasury to support daily treasury operations within our finance team. In this role, you will process treasury transactions, support trade confirmations and settlements, maintain accurate records of government securities and fixed income instruments, and assist in treasury reporting.

You will work closely with treasury dealers, banks, counterparties, and internal departments to ensure efficient execution of money market transactions, timely reconciliations, and compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers valuable exposure to financial market operations, treasury processes, and fixed income instruments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process and record treasury transactions including government securities, fixed income instruments, and money market deals while maintaining accurate operational records.
  • Assist treasury teams with trade confirmations, settlements, and reconciliation processes to ensure timely completion of financial transactions.
  • Verify daily cash movements and security transfers to ensure the accuracy of treasury operations and financial records.
  • Maintain organized documentation of treasury deals, transaction confirmations, and supporting financial records.
  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly account reconciliation activities to ensure accuracy in treasury accounts.
  • Coordinate with banks, counterparties, and internal finance departments to facilitate smooth treasury settlements and reporting.
  • Support the preparation of treasury reports, financial summaries, and operational updates for management review.
  • Ensure compliance with internal treasury controls, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.
  • Maintain proper filing systems and documentation to support internal and external audit processes.

Requirements

  • Hold a Diploma or Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of treasury operations, government securities, and financial instruments.
  • Possess strong skills in Microsoft Excel and the ability to manage financial data efficiently.
  • Maintain a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical thinking when processing treasury transactions.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple financial tasks simultaneously.
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams, banks, and financial counterparties.

Preferred Skills

  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of government debt instruments, treasury bills, treasury bonds, and fixed income markets.
  • Bring prior experience working in a financial institution, treasury department, or investment company.
  • Show awareness of economic developments, interest rate movements, and financial market trends that influence treasury operations.

How to Apply

Candidates who wish to build a career in treasury operations, fixed income markets, and financial market operations are encouraged to submit their CV along with a brief cover letter outlining their experience and interest in the role.

Job Category: Bank
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Colombo

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