Corporate treasurer

Typical tasks

• Manage financial activities for organisations
• Oversee cash flow and account management
• Review and manage financial risks
• Create budgets, financial reports and forecasts
• Make decisions on investments and spending
• Check and report on financial trends
• Give financial advice to organisations
• Manage finance teams and staff
• Make sure legal rules are followed
• Approve spending and resource use

Outlook

Corporate treasury is becoming more important as organisations manage interest rates, currency changes, funding needs, cash flow and financial risk. In New Zealand, larger companies, banks, councils and multinational organisations need treasury expertise, while global markets and digital finance tools influence how the work is done. Trends include stronger risk management, data use, automation, sustainability-linked finance and closer attention to regulation.

What employers and industry want in graduates

• Strong numeracy and financial analysis skills
• Careful attention to detail and accuracy
• Good judgement when managing risk
• Clear communication with finance teams and senior leaders
• Confidence using spreadsheets, data and finance systems
• Understanding of markets, cash flow and business strategy