Treasury Agent

ABOUT ALU

At the African Leadership University (ALU), we're more than just an institution—we're a catalyst for transformation. Our mission is to develop a new generation of ethical and entrepreneurial leaders who will shape Africa's future. Through our innovative curriculum, focus on experiential learning, and vibrant pan-African community, we empower students to become changemakers, problem-solvers, and innovators. At ALU, we're not just teaching; we're nurturing the leaders who will drive Africa's progress and prosperity in the 21st century.

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Treasury Agent is responsible for executing treasury transactions and ensuring accurate data entry and reconciliation of financial operations across ALU entities. This is an operational role focused on payment processing, bank reconciliations, and maintaining accurate treasury records.

The Treasury Agent works under the supervision of the Treasury Lead and provides administrative and operational support to the Finance team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Cash & Liquidity Management

• Monitor daily bank balances and report them to the Treasury Lead.
• Update internal cash tracking files.
• Flag discrepancies or unusual transactions to the supervisor.

Banking Operations & Payment Processing

• Prepare and initiate payments (vendors, payroll support, intercompany transfers, statutory payments) in accordance with approved instructions.
• Ensure all required documentation is complete before processing payments.
• Upload payment batches into online banking platforms.
• Maintain payment registers and supporting documentation.

Bank reconciliation

• Perform regular bank reconciliations.
• Identify discrepancies and escalate them for resolution.
• Ensure all transactions are accurately recorded in the ERP system.

Administrative & Treasury Support

• Maintain updated records of bank accounts and signatories.
• Support the team during audits by preparing required documentation.
• File and organize treasury-related documents.
• Provide operational support to the Finance team when needed.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1+ year experience in finance, accounting, or treasury operations (data entry / payment processing).
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Experience using ERP or accounting systems.
• Good Excel skills (basic to intermediate).
  
  

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow procedures strictly.
• Organized and reliable.
• Comfortable working with numbers and repetitive operational tasks.
• Ability to escalate issues appropriately.
• Team-oriented and supportive mindset.