Company Description

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.

Job Description

Introduction

Great science needs great people! Are you a financially minded professional with excellent organizational skills and a passion for Treasury? Join CERN’s Treasury team and become a valued member of the unit, and share your knowledge and skills with the organisation. CERN, Take part!

As a Treasury Analyst at CERN, you will play a crucial role in managing the organization's financial transactions, liquidity, and risk. Working within the Treasury and Payments department, you will contribute to the efficient management of CERN's cash flow, banking relationships, and investment activities.

Functions

As a Treasury Analyst you will be responsible for:

Primarily (80%)

• Cash management: effectively manage and optimize CERN's daily cash position by monitoring cash flows, ensuring adequate liquidity for operations, and executing necessary cash transfers between accounts.
• Treasury operations: execute and control treasury operations including payments, bank account management, and reconciliations; ensure compliance with internal policies, regulations, and risk management practices.
• Banking relationships: maintain and develop relationships with banking partners, negotiating terms, fees, and services; stay updated on market trends, banking products, and services to ensure efficient operations and cost-effective solutions.
• Cash forecasting and analysis: prepare and maintain accurate cash forecasts to support planning and decision-making processes; analyse cash usage patterns, identify trends, and propose strategies for optimizing cash utilization.

Secondary (20%)

• Risk management: assist in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating treasury-related risks, including interest rate risk, foreign exchange risk, counterparty risk, and operational risk; implement appropriate risk management tools and strategies.
• Investment management: support the planning, execution, and monitoring of CERN's investment portfolio; analyze investment opportunities, perform risk assessments, and build investment models to maximize returns, considering CERN's risk tolerance and investment policies.
• Treasury systems and processes: contribute to the continuous improvement of treasury systems, processes, and reporting tools; participate in implementation projects, ensuring data integrity, and efficiency in treasury operations.
• Compliance and reporting: ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, regulations, and tax requirements; prepare accurate and timely treasury reports, including cash flow statements, cash positions, and investment performance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of accounting, finance or a related field.

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in treasury management, treasury operations, or a similar role.
• Strong experience of treasury management principles, cash management, banking products, and payment systems.
• Proficiency in relevant treasury systems and tools, (i.e. Kyriba).
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.

Technical competencies:

• Cash management.
• Knowledge of financial markets and related instruments.
• Payment operations (SWIFT).
• Familiarity with banking documentation.
• Experience with cashflow forecasting is advantageous.

Behavioural competencies:

• Communicating effectively: expressing opinions, ideas and suggestions with conviction and in a logical/structured manner; keeping to the point; checking to ensure that the message has been well understood; providing others with timely information.
• Solving problems: identifying, defining and assessing problems, taking action to address them; anticipating obstacles; assessing alternative solutions in order to have a fall-back plan; addressing complex problems by breaking them down into manageable components.
• Building relationships: relating well to all people regardless of category/level within the organization.
• Working in teams: understanding when teamwork is required to achieve the best results; including others accordingly and sharing information; building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships; gaining trust and collaboration from others.

Language skills:

Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.

Additional Information

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 04.06.2025 at 23:59 CEST.

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Job grade: 4-5

Job reference: FAP-DHO-TR-2025-93-LD

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