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Treasury AnalystZonamerica · Montevideo

Treasury Analyst

MontevideoOn-site

AI Summary

Processes daily purchase, derivative, FX, intercompany and SWIFT payments against strict cut-off times, manages group and personal mailboxes, and reconciles reporting for a commodities group's treasury function. Also proposes and implements process automation and supports payment platform troubleshooting.

About this role

About US

Founded in 1993, Trafigura is one of the largest independent employee-owned commodities groups in the world with over 12,000 people working across more than 60 offices. The Trafigura Group owns global multi-metals producer Nyrstar; fuel storage and distribution company Puma Energy; and joint ventures Impala Terminals, a port and logistics provider, and Nalo Renewables, investing in wind, solar and battery storage projects.

Main purpose

As a Treasury Analyst you will be responsible for all daily purchase payments; ensuring that specific cut-off times are met and Treasury reporting upheld. Also, efficiently handle the group and personal mailbox management, ensuring that daily deadlines are met, and all postings are accurate.

Key responsibilities

  • To be responsible for timely and accurate processing of all Demurrage, Derivative, Regular Oil/ NF, Finance Payments & Transfers, Cash Transfers, SWIFTs, Offsets, and Intercompany Payments, ensuring adherence to internal deadlines and efficiency standards. Liaise with GST/Operations personnel to ensure any queries are dealt with swiftly.

  • Provide Proof of payment to internal Stakeholders.

  • Create and read reports to ensure deadlines and payment cut-offs are met with accuracy.

  • Manage foreign currency payments in coordination with the Treasury FX team, ensuring application of correct FX rates for all transactions.

  • Efficient & systematic mailbox management. Both group and individual.

  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders (such as banks) for query handling and problem resolution.

  • Identify operational inefficiencies and process bottlenecks; propose and implement technology-driven solutions and process improvements to reduce manual touchpoints and enhance throughput

  • Collaborate with the Technology and IT teams to troubleshoot system-related issues, test new system enhancements, and provide end-user feedback on payment processing platforms and tools

Required qualifications

  • Excellent level of English, both written and oral, equivalent to B2+

  • Excellent level of Spanish, both written and oral, equivalent to C2+

  • Bachelor's degree holders or students in their final year of study.

  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including experience with formulas, data analysis, pivot tables, and dashboard development

  • Demonstrated ability to learn new software applications and systems quickly; comfort working in a technology-enabled environment.

Preferred qualifications

  • Studies or background in IT and/or data analysis and/or AI, is highly valued.

  • Excel and database skills.

  • Knowledge and experience of AI Tools, e.g. Claude Cowork and Claude Code as well as experience developing automated workflows or business intelligence solutions will be highly valued.

  • Good understanding of financial controls.

  • Book keeping / basic accounting experience.

  • Swift knowledge, bank investigations background. Knowledge of ISO20022 formats

Attributes for success

  • Self-motivated and able to work independently and in team settings.

  • Excellent accuracy, numerical literacy and attention to detail.

  • Able to cope in a highly pressured and demanding environment and handle high volumes of work.

  • Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to identifying inefficiencies and recommending solutions

Department overview

  • Reporting to Treasury, Technology & Payments.

  • Key relationships:

    • Trade Finance team

    • Settlements and Ops team

    • Intra & Inter Treasury team

    • KYC and Compliance team

    • Accounting & Bank recs department

    • Banks (for queries)



This job posting comprises the law No 19691 and its decree No 73/019, which includes the people registered in the National Register of disabled people who have the skills and aptitude for the position described in the present posting.

Skills

AI ToolsAutomated WorkflowsBank ReconciliationBasic AccountingBookkeepingBusiness IntelligenceClaude CodeDashboardsExcelFinancial ControlsForeign Exchange PaymentsISO20022Payment Processing PlatformsPivot TablesSwift

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