Training Course on Treasury & Cash Flow Management for Corporate Finance

Introduction

Effective treasury and cash flow management are critical for maintaining liquidity, optimizing working capital, and ensuring financial stability in corporate finance. This training course equips finance professionals with practical techniques to manage cash inflows and outflows, forecast liquidity needs, and implement robust treasury policies to support organizational goals.

This training course on Treasury & Cash Flow Management provides participants with the tools to monitor daily cash positions, develop cash flow forecasts, manage banking relationships, and mitigate financial risks. Participants will gain insights into working capital optimization, cash conversion cycles, and treasury operations critical for sustainable corporate financial health.

Target Audience

• Treasury Managers and Analysts
• Corporate Finance Professionals
• Cash Management Officers
• Financial Controllers and CFOs
• Accounts Payable and Receivable Teams
• Risk and Compliance Officers
• Banking Relationship Managers

Duration

5 Days

Course Objectives

1. Understand the principles of treasury and cash flow management
2. Develop accurate short- and long-term cash flow forecasts
3. Optimize working capital and manage liquidity risks
4. Implement effective treasury policies and procedures
5. Manage banking relationships and payment systems
6. Use technology to automate cash management processes
7. Monitor cash positions and ensure regulatory compliance
8. Create cash flow reports for strategic decision-making

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Treasury Management

• Role and objectives of treasury functions
• Key treasury activities and processes
• Treasury organization and governance
• Regulatory environment and compliance
• Treasury performance metrics

Module 2: Cash Flow Forecasting Techniques

• Components of cash flow forecasts
• Methods for short-term and long-term forecasting
• Data sources and assumptions
• Forecasting tools and software
• Monitoring and updating forecasts

Module 3: Working Capital Optimization

• Managing receivables and payables
• Inventory management strategies
• Cash conversion cycle analysis
• Financing working capital needs
• Improving operational cash flows

Module 4: Liquidity and Risk Management

• Identifying liquidity risks
• Contingency funding plans
• Cash pooling and sweeping arrangements
• Foreign exchange and interest rate risk management
• Hedging strategies

Module 5: Banking and Payment Systems

• Bank relationship management
• Payment processing methods
• Electronic banking and SWIFT systems
• Fraud prevention and security
• Negotiating bank fees and services

Module 6: Treasury Technology and Automation

• Treasury management systems (TMS)
• Cash management automation tools
• Integration with ERP and accounting systems
• Real-time cash monitoring
• Data analytics for treasury functions

Module 7: Reporting and Compliance

• Cash flow reporting formats
• Internal and external reporting requirements
• Compliance with financial regulations
• Audit considerations for treasury
• Enhancing transparency and controls

Module 8: Capstone – Treasury Strategy and Cash Flow Plan

• Developing a comprehensive treasury policy
• Creating a cash flow management plan
• Simulating treasury operations
• Peer review and presentation
• Implementation roadmap

General remarks

• Customizable courses are available to address the specific needs of your organization.
• The participant must be conversant in English
• Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of completion from Lenol Development Center.
• The course fee for onsite training includes facilitation training materials, tea break and lunch.
• Accommodation and airport pick up are made upon request
• For any inquiries reach us through info@lenoldevelopmentcenter.com or +254 710 314 746
• Payment should be made to our bank