Treasury Automation and Process Lead

Treasury Analyst Click Here to Apply About Us At Travel Counsellors, our customers, communities, and colleagues are at the heart of everything we do. For over 30 years, we've empowered 2,200+ independent travel agents worldwide, helping them build successful businesses while providing deeply personal, human connections with their customers. Supported by a talented team of over 400 people in our Support Offices, we create unique travel experiences that keep customers coming back. Named the Best Place to Work in Travel (2022) and ranked in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work (2023, 2024 & 2025), we’re expanding rapidly and looking for exceptional individuals to join our Head Office team. About the Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Treasury Analyst to join our Treasury team. This role supports both UK and International treasury operations, with responsibility for cash forecasting, liquidity management, foreign exchange support, treasury reporting, banking administration, and process improvement. The role combines traditional treasury responsibilities with a focus on leveraging data, technology, and automation to improve forecasting accuracy, enhance reporting, and drive operational efficiency across Treasury. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving skills, take ownership of assigned responsibilities, collaborate effectively across the business, and actively identify opportunities to automate and improve treasury processes. Purpose of this role is to support the Treasury team in delivering day-to-day Treasury operations while driving efficiencies through data, automation, reporting, and digital solutions. PLEASE NOTE: This is a 12-month fixed-term contract position. Principal Accountabilities Cash Forecasting & Liquidity Management · Update and analyse short and medium-term cash forecasts across UK and International entities and investigate variances. · Support the enhancement of cash flow forecasting accuracy by collaborating with finance and operational teams. · Monitor liquidity positions and identify funding requirements. · Support repatriation activities including intercompany funding and settlements. · Support Trust and BSP processes. Treasury Reporting & Data Analytics · Develop and enhance treasury reporting and dashboards using Excel, Power BI and other reporting tools. · Produce analysis on cash positions, liquidity, FX exposure and forecasting performance. · Identify trends, risks and opportunities through data analysis. Process Improvement & Automation · Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise, and automate treasury processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. · Utilise digital tools and technologies to automate processes, improve reporting, and enhance operational efficiency across Treasury. · Reduce manual effort through continuous improvement initiatives. · Support treasury system enhancements and digital transformation projects. Foreign Exchange and Hedging Support · Prepare and update weekly FX rates. · Prepare FX data required for hedging processes. · Support monitoring of currency exposures and treasury risks. Query Management and Communication · Actively assist in responding to internal and external queries received via the Treasury and exchange rate inbox. · Ensure communication is professional, timely, and aligned with the firm’s standards of service and responsiveness. Administrative and KYC Support · Support the preparation and completion of Know Your Customer (KYC) documentation and other regulatory submissions as required. · Assist with broader administrative tasks in the Treasury function, such as updates to bank mandates, online banking users, opening and closing of bank accounts etc supporting the team’s operational efficiency. Required Experience · Experience within Treasury, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics or a related discipline is preferred. · Strong analytical skills with experience using digital tools to support reporting, data analysis, process improvement, and decision making. · Exposure to cash forecasting, liquidity management, FX, international banking, or treasury operations is advantageous. · Familiarity with treasury systems, KYC documentation, bank mandates, online banking platforms, and broader banking administration is beneficial. Experience with data visualisation, automation, AI tools, or other technologies that improve efficiency and reporting is desirable. Our Benefits Competitive salary + annual bonus Flexible hybrid working Career development opportunities 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 after 5 years) Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay 1 day paid charity day Company events and incentives 3x salary death in service benefit Pension scheme Private Medical Insurance or Healthcare Cash Plan Free breakfast and beverages Inclusive Recruitment at Travel Counsellors Travel Counsellors is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, or any protected characteristic. We provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will make every effort to accommodate reasonable adjustments where required. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our team and encourage all to apply. For more information about this role – and others – at Travel Counsellors, please do not hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] Department Finance Role Treasury Analyst Locations Manchester, UK Remote status Hybrid