Treasury Analyst German Speaker

About the job

Title: Treasury Analyst ( German Speaker)

Location: BE - Brussels

Work Arrangements: Hybrid (3 days on site, 2 days home office) - Few travels expected

Job Purpose

Under the supervision of the Treasury Area Lead of Regional Treasury Team, the Treasury Analyst will be responsible for performing and controlling treasury operations for all Sanofi legal entities within a designated geographical area, encompassing multiple countries or Market Company Organizations (MCOs). This role ensures efficient cash management, risk mitigation, and compliance with Group treasury policies while supporting business growth and operational excellence.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Treasury Operations Management

• Execute daily operational treasury management activities across assigned geographical region
• Perform reconciliation of bank flows with forecasts and maintain optimal bank account balancing
• Prepare daily cash positions and rolling liquidity forecasts for centralized countries to ensure adequate financing of shortages and optimal placement of surpluses
• Execute treasury-related payment activities including wire transfers, electronic funds transfers, intercompany loan/deposit settlements, and other treasury transactions

Cash Flow & Working Capital Optimization

• Deliver comprehensive actual and forecast cash flow reporting and analysis (internal and external)
• Conduct working capital analysis including Cash Conversion Cycle KPIs with focus on DSO (Budget, Actuals, Forecast), DPO, DIO, and customer overdue management
• Identify opportunities for cash flow optimization and working capital efficiency improvements

Foreign Exchange Risk Management

• Provide accurate and timely reporting of FX exposures and manage subsequent settlements for centralized countries
• Monitor and report on FX gains & losses, ensuring compliance with hedging policies
• Support implementation of FX risk mitigation strategies

Banking Relationship Management

• Manage bank account operations (opening/closing, overdrafts) and banking authorization matrices
• Serve as primary point of contact with local banks for treasury operational matters, ensuring high-quality service delivery
• Maintain local banking and payment systems in accordance with Group policies
• Monitor and control bank fees to optimize costs

Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for treasury business processes
• Review and update procedures to ensure compliance with internal control requirements and regulatory standards
• Support audit activities and implement control improvements as needed

Strategic Projects & Business Support

• Provide operational support to Global Treasury Operations for M&A, business development, and divestment activities
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and technology implementations to enhance operational efficiency
• Collaborate with IT function on system enhancements and process optimization projects

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage annual insurance renewal processes with local brokers, including data consolidation and analysis (where applicable)
• Support Global Treasury Operations on legal/tax activities including dividend payments, legal restructurings, and intercompany loan management
• Maintain accurate local intercompany loan schedules and documentation

Required Qualifications & Experience

Essential Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of treasury experience in a corporate environment
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in S4/SAP, FxNet (Hedging), TREMA (Cash flow reporting), and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous finance experience in an international, multi-country environment
• Knowledge of cash management and treasury systems
• Experience with accounting and/or financial analysis
• Familiarity with Treasury Management Systems, particularly S/4HANA Treasury System
• Professional treasury certification (CTP, ACT, or equivalent) is advantageous

Key Competencies & Skills

Technical Competencies

• Strong analytical and financial acumen with exceptional attention to detail
• Advanced knowledge of treasury operations, cash management, and FX risk management
• Understanding of banking products, payment systems, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in financial modeling and reporting tools

Behavioral Competencies

• Relationship Building: Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external banking partners
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to present complex information clearly
• Collaboration: Strong team player with proactive, solution-oriented approach
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment with changing priorities
• Integrity: Demonstrates high ethical standards and commitment to compliance

Language Requirements

• Essential: Fluent written and spoken English & German

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The salary range for this position is :€70 400,00 - €93 867

Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs.