Assistant Treasurer – Risk, Analytics & Projects

Perth, WA
Permanent
Full-time

28 days ago

Senior Treasury role in an ASX10 listed company
Work with some of Australia's most iconic retail, industrial and health businesses
Unique opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of commercial issues, strategic projects and M&A transactions
Commercial, results-oriented, flexible and collegial work environment
Newly created, full-time permanent role based in Perth CBD

About the teamThe Group Treasury team acts as the in-house “banker” to our businesses, supporting them with daily banking and liquidity; management of foreign exchange, interest rate and commodity risk; and working capital efficiency.In addition, the team is responsible for corporate balance sheet management, particularly in relation to long-term funding, dividend policy, capital management; maintaining strong relationships with the Group's funding providers and rating agencies; and ensuring financial risk management objectives are met. The team also supports the Wesfarmers' Group acquisition and divestment activities and strategic growth initiativesWhat you'll doAs part of a tight-knit, collaborative, strategic and commercial team, this role will manage treasury reporting and analytics, implement key Group Treasury systems and lead strategic projects as required.Key responsibilities include:

Assist the Group Treasurer to manage corporate level financial risks
Lead the preparation of treasury governance and risk reporting including reporting to the Wesfarmers Board
Work closely with the Group Treasurer to regularly review and update the Group Treasury Policy and related Wesfarmers Group policies
Lead work to support the implementation of a new treasury management system, liquidity management system and a supply chain finance platform
Provide treasury advice in respect of a diverse range of businesses and commercial transactions, including potential M&A and other growth opportunities

What you'll need

At least 10 years' experience in a key contributor and/or leadership role within a treasury team of an ASX listed company
Experience across all key areas of treasury markets, operations and systems; funding; derivatives; trade finance; and risk assessment and management
Be highly numerical, and have a strong proficiency in financial analysis and modelling skills
Demonstrated ability to apply commercial thinking and judgement
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a drive for delivering results
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high attention to detail
Strong stakeholder, transaction and project management skills to lead projects within the team and for our businesses
Ability to lead the team through change and periods of work intensity
High integrity - hold yourself and the team to the highest standards when dealing with counterparties, and in confidential situations
Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline

About WesfarmersAs one of Australia's largest listed companies, we're proud of our longstanding contribution to Australians. We continually reinvent ourselves and invest in the businesses we own and operate, including leading retailers like Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Priceline. We also have an online offering, including OnePass and the Group shared data asset. Our work doesn't stop there, we operate in the industrials sector which supplies the nation with chemicals, energy and fertilisers, and industrial and safety products. And we participate in an integrated lithium joint venture, including the operation of a mine and concentrator and the development of a refinery.Join the team at Corporate Office which provides support and advice across the Wesfarmers GroupThe Corporate Office provides corporate services and support to the autonomous businesses within the Wesfarmers Group, enabling the achievement of Group objectives. It leads capital allocation and portfolio management for the Group and focuses on leveraging and enhancing the Group's reputation to support attraction and retention of talent, securing investment opportunities and maintaining a low-cost capital. To do this, we need great people, working together and role modelling our values and ways of working.Our cultureWe're results focused, but we're a business that cares. Here we are less about titles and more about everyone playing a valuable role. We provide autonomy and space with freedom to operate, quickly learning from mistakes because we know they are part of the way forward. We're curious, open minded, and collaborative. And although we're thought leaders, we're humble, and willing to share knowledge and learn from one another.We know that diversity fosters greater innovation and better customer connection, so we strive to create an inclusive and diverse work environment.Next stepsIf this sounds like your next career move, then combine your cover letter and resume into one document and click on the 'Apply' button by Friday, 29 August 2025. Please note that we may commence interviewing of candidates prior to this closing date.For brief enquiries please contact Human Resources on (08) 9327 4223.We're hiring the best and the brightest talent. Let's start to explore the possibilities of achieving great things together.For more information, visit our website at www.wesfarmers.com.au

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