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How does a career rooted in accounting transform into one that pioneers innovation in treasury?
Today, we’re diving into the fascinating journey of Declan Doorly, Head of Group Treasury at DCC PLC, as he shares his insights on leadership, innovation, and building a global career.
In this episode of The Treasury Career Corner Podcast, Mike is joined by Declan Doorly, the Head of Group Treasury at DCC PLC. Declan brings a wealth of experience from diverse industries, including financial services, energy, and stockbroking, and provides a behind-the-scenes look at how DCC operates as a decentralized yet highly coordinated global organization. With over 30 years of growth, Declan discusses how the company stays adaptable, innovative, and laser-focused on delivering value.
On the podcast we discuss:
- Declan’s career path from qualifying as a Chartered Accountant to becoming a leader in treasury.
- His career roles in KPMG and financial services, including risk management during Ireland’s Celtic Tiger era.
- The benefits of DCC’s decentralized business model combined with centralized treasury and capital allocation.
- How DCC empowers local businesses to thrive while ensuring robust financial controls at the center.
- Declan’s insights on achieving DCC’s first credit rating and public bond issuance.
- The detailed process of building investor relationships and preparing the organization for public funding markets.
- The importance of team empowerment, accountability, and fostering a collaborative treasury environment.
- Declan’s perspective on leveraging existing technology and the potential of AI in treasury operations.
- Tips for preparing for opportunities and stepping out of comfort zones.
Key Takeaways:
- Empowering local teams while maintaining tight central controls can drive sustained growth and innovation.
- Achieving milestones like a credit rating or bond issuance requires strategic planning, strong partnerships, and thorough preparation.
- A successful treasury team is built on communication, empowerment, and accountability, with space for personal growth and connection.
- Before investing in cutting-edge AI, ensure you’re fully utilizing your current systems to drive efficiency and insight.
- Prepare yourself through continuous learning and embrace new challenges, even if they push you out of your comfort zone.
Whether you're a treasury professional, a leader in finance, or simply curious about building a global career, this episode is packed with insights and actionable advice to inspire your journey.
You can connect with Declan Doorly on LinkedIn.
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