General Manager - Treasury

The role / impact

As the General Manager of Treasury, you will be a senior leader within the finance team, holding responsibility for Xero’s global treasury functions. You will ensure our financial frameworks are robust and ready to support ambitious growth aspirations while effectively mitigating risks through board-approved policies. Your work directly enables Xero to supercharge small businesses by ensuring capital is available and deployed strategically across our global footprint.

You will lead the development of capital structure and debt funding strategies, identifying various financial instruments to support long-term objectives. From overseeing global cash management to leading the treasury aspects of business acquisitions, your influence will span the entire organisation. You will act as a key advisor to the Audit and Risk Committee, balancing compliance with forward-looking financial strategy.

The team / how they connect

You will lead a high-performing treasury team that sits at the heart of our global finance function, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders across the world. The team works as a coordinated unit to manage relationships with financial institutions and advisors while ensuring seamless integration of new business acquisitions. Together, you will foster a culture of transparency and continuous development to maintain a pulse on global market dynamics.

The team is currently working on / Initially, you will focus on

• Refining and implementing the global treasury policy to enhance risk mitigation and performance monitoring

• Leading the financing and refinancing of debt facilities, including bank negotiations and legal documentation

• Developing sophisticated capital structure and debt funding strategies to support future business expansion

• Optimising foreign exchange hedging and short-term liquidity processes to ensure operational efficiency

Where and how you can work

Xero supports a hybrid working model that balances the flexibility of remote work with the value of in-person connection. You will have access to our modern office spaces and participate in boost days designed to foster collaboration and team culture.

Here are some of the things we are looking for

• You possess a deep understanding of financial markets, accounting, and legal issues specifically related to corporate treasury

• Extensive experience in senior finance leadership roles has equipped you with the ability to partner effectively with executive officers and board committees

• A proven track record in a Treasurer or Deputy Treasurer capacity within a large organisation allows you to navigate complex debt funding products and capital markets

• You bring highly developed financial risk management acumen and the ability to manage intricate systems and processes

• Strong relationship management skills enable you to leverage an extensive network of external partners and influence internal stakeholders

• Your background includes relevant professional qualifications such as a CFA, MBA, or AMCT.

Apply even if your experience isn't a perfect match! At Xero, we hire based on your skills, passion, and the unique perspective you can bring to enhance our culture and team.