The Treasury Career Corner

Seek out a mentor with extensive treasury experience and ask for their insights to fuel your hunger for knowledge.That advice comes from this weeks guest on The Treasury Career Corner, as we are joined by Stephan Albers, Head of Treasury & Financing at ABOUT YOU, one of the fastest growing e-Commerce companies in Europe.On the episode we discuss Stephan's journey from starting his career in banking to transitioning into the corporate treasury world.Stephan's journey showcases the diverse experiences and skills gained by treasury professionals as they navigate different industries and adapt to changing business environments.Stephan joined ABOUT YOU in 2022 and has since spearheaded the restructuring and establishment of a state-of-the-art Treasury Department. He has successfully optimized processes, provided strategic direction, and managed corporate finance and capital markets activities. Prior to his current role, Stephan held the position of Team Lead Financing at Zalando SE inBerlin, responsible for corporate finance, capital markets activities, and external communication with financial institutions. He actively represented the finance function in cross-functional projects and made valuable contributions to M&A transactions.Stephan's previous experience includes serving as the Corporate Finance Manager/GroupTreasurer at Nordzucker AG and also positions at Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg GmbH and Hapag-Lloyd AG/Hapag-Lloyd Holding AG.Stephan holds various certifications, including Certified Investor Relation Officer (CIRO) from Deutscher Investor Relation Verband (DIRK) and Certified Corporate Treasurer (CCT/VDT) from Frankfurt School of Finance & Management. On the podcast we discussed…Stephan's transition from banking to corporate treasury      The importance of asking the right questions and understanding the business modelTreasury work across diverse industries and associated challenges and cultural dynamics The challenges of managing treasury during a crisis The importance of safeguarding liquidity and exploring different funding sources      The importance of automation in treasury The value of networking and knowledge sharing within the treasury communityYou can connect with Stephan Albers on LinkedIn. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here! Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast newsletter to receive a link to every week’s episode as soon as it’s published via click here!

Every person’s path into treasury is different and this week’s guest is no exception.But the important thing is to be open to change and new challenges in order to springboard your career.On this episode of The Treasury Career Corner, we are joined by Thomas Böttger, Global Head of Finance and Insurance of Covestro AG (former Bayer MaterialScience AG).Thomas joined Bayer AG (Germany) in 2005, holding positions as Head of Structured Finance and from 2008 as Head of Capital Markets. In 2012 he moved to Bayer Antwerpen NV in Belgium to become Head of Treasury Center BeNeLux assuming in this role additional responsibility for the finance section of Bayer World Investments B.V., Mijdrecht (Netherlands) in 2014.Thomas started his career at Deutsche Post AG in Bonn, Germany, as a Management Trainee in Finance in 1998. From 1999, he worked as a Trader and Risk Manager in Corporate Treasury at Deutsche Post AG.On the podcast we discuss…   His journey from an internship in finance to a move into corporate treasury      What attracted him to make the move into treasury     His recommendations for others in the early stages in their career Becoming Head of Capital Markets during a financial crisisBuilding up a Treasury Center in a different country      Why teamwork and utilising your team wisely is so important        The advantages of being prepared for a pandemic         Why being open to change and new challenges is key You can connect with Thomas Böttger on LinkedIn. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast newsletter to receive a link to every week’s episode as soon as it’s published via click here!

In this week’s episode of the Treasury Career Corner, I’m joined by Tom Milligan, a seasoned treasury professional with over 30 years management experience, and a track record of financial and operational leadership across multiple industry sectors including mining, transport, logistics, leasing and biotech.On the episode Tom shares his journey from his early days in finance at IBM to his most recent roles with First Quantum Minerals and Qatar Airways.He has worked with companies ranging in size from start-up to FTSE 100 and raised debt from $100m to $3bn in individual issuances.Tom is a qualified Chartered Accountant and an Associate Member of the Association of Corporate Treasurers. He also has an Honors Degree in Business Studies from Glasgow Caledonian University plus other qualifications in Aviation Finance and the Business of Mining. Tom has also been a Committee Member with the Irish Association of Corporate Treasurers and the International Air Transport Association Treasury Committee.On the podcast we discuss…    First discovering Finance and then transitioning into Treasury      Tom's journey across multiple industries (mining, transport, logistics)       The evolution of treasury since he first entered the field        Why you should integrate with other areas in the organisation and not see treasury as a standalone discipline        The benefits of continuous learning and adaptability to thrive in the treasury professionFuture trends in treasuryWhy networking within the treasury community helps create valuable connections and opportunities      Practical tips for aspiring treasury professionalsYou can connect with Tom Milligan on LinkedIn. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast newsletter to receive a link to every week’s episode as soon as it’s published via click here!

Whatever your background, you can build a successful treasury career. Kevin Wang, Vice President and Treasurer at Eastman Chemical Company, began as a pre-med student before switching to treasury. He joins this episode of The Treasury Career Corner to tell his story and explain how he empowers others to develop their own career journeys. Plus, he tells us how he demystifies treasury for other teams, why cross-functionality is key and what we should look out for in the future.  After leaving college, Kevin’s finance studies saw ConAgra take a chance on him, offering him a financial development programme.  During a decade with ConAgra, Kevin worked as Associate Financial Analyst, Financial Analyst and Senior Financial Analyst before moving into finance management and directorship. He joined Eastman Chemical Company as Director of Capital & Risk Management in 2018, later becoming Assistant Treasurer, then Vice President and Treasurer, the role he holds today. Kevin holds a BSBA in Finance and Psychology from Washington University in St. Louis and an MBA in Management & Organizations, Finance, from Northwestern University, Kellogg School of Management. On the podcast we discussed… How Kevin moved from pre-med to treasury Why he left ConAgra for Eastman What he learned from his managers How he demystifies treasury for other teams What it’s like becoming a treasurer in a familiar company What treasury professionals should consider for the future Why cross-functionality is important The benefits of building customer service skills How he plans to empower people to grow their own careers You can connect with Kevin Wang on LinkedIn.   Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?  Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!  Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast newsletter to receive a link to every week’s episode as soon as it’s published via click here!If you’re interested in learning more about the fundamental pillars of treasury, download my free Corporate Treasury eBook by clicking here! 

Treasury is a universal language – but how do the nuances vary across different industries? After starting out in banking, this week’s guest has spent decades managing treasury in insurance and on this re-run episode of The Treasury Career Corner, Dan Ferguson, Group Treasurer at Resolution Life, is back!  He fills us in on his career since he appeared on the show in 2019, how the industry has changed and how COVID and remote work has affected him. Dan began as a Treasury Operations Clerk at Bank of New York Mellon in 1997. He later worked as a Finance Assistant for Lloyds Banking Group before moving into treasury as an Assistant with Ernst & Young. He became Treasury Operations Analyst at Thomas Cook UK in 2001 before joining RSA where he would spend 19 years as Treasury Dealer and later Treasury Manager and Group Treasurer. Since May 2022, Dan has been Group Treasurer at Resolution Life, a global manager of legacy life insurance portfolios.  On the podcast we discussed… Dan’s 2019 predictions for how Brexit would affect treasury Transitioning to remote work Why treasury is and always has been a strategic function What’s behind his management style The importance of communication skills The challenges he faced managing treasury in insurance The benefits of networking Changes to Dan’s career Why qualifications are key in treasury You can connect with Dan Ferguson on LinkedIn. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?  Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!  

In our latest monthly feature update, our CEO & Founder Mike Richards reflects back on the month just gone and on what’s to come.  On the podcast he discusses…Recap of our most recently released podcast episodes:Ep. 266 – Interview with Tanya Kuznetsova, Director of Treasury and Cash Cycle Transformation at Baptist Healthcare about finding new perspectives in treasury Ep. 267 – Treasury Recruitment Company Update with Mike RichardsEp. 268 – Webinar on Retaining Your Treasury Team in the New Age of Hybrid WorkingEp. 269 – Interview with Brice Zimmermann, Global Head of Treasury at Alcon Management SA about building skills and staying adaptable Ep. 270 – Interview with Adam Glasser, Corporate Treasurer at Vantage Specialty Chemical about the treasury challenges on the horizonEp. 271 – Interview with Michael McCartin, Director of Treasury at Curaleaf about embracing new challenges Upcoming podcast episodes:Interview with Dan Ferguson, Group Treasurer at Resolution LifeInterview with Kevin Wang, Vice President & Treasurer at Eastman Chemical CompanyInterview with Tom Milligan, a seasoned treasury professional with over 30 years of experienceInterview with Thomas Böttger, Global Head of Finance and Insurance of Covestro AG Interview with Ara Hamamjian, Executive Director, Treasurer at BioMarinUpcoming plans and events:Currently compiling our Q4 update for our Treasury Salary Survey. To take part and get the latest set of results visit: https://treasuryrecruitment.com/salarysurvey/Mike will be speaking at TMANY, New York in September      Mike and Katie will be attending EuroFinance in Barcelona to meet candidates from different marketsMike will also be speaking at AFP, San Diego in OctoberFor more details on upcoming conference visit: https://treasuryrecruitment.com/treasury-roadshow/You can connect with Mike Richards on LinkedIn.Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move!If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!Subscribe to the Treasury Career Corner podcast newsletter to receive a link to every week’s episode as soon as it’s published via click here!If you’re interested in learning more about the fundamental pillars of treasury, download my free Corporate Treasury eBook by clicking here!

If you’re feeling comfortable in your treasury role, could it be time to move on? This week’s podcast guest thinks it’s definitely worth considering. His fast-paced career has seen him challenge himself across the globe in a number of different roles.  On episode 271 of The Treasury Career Corner, we are joined by Michael McCartin, Director of Treasury at Curaleaf. Michael shares his exciting career journey, experiences working abroad and how he built a treasury function from the ground up. Plus, he talks about why communication is paramount (especially in remote roles) and his secrets behind building a solid reputation. Michael's treasury career first started as a Treasury Analyst with David’s Bridal in 2003 before a stint as Financial Analyst at Catapult Learning. Following a short time with Morgan Lewis & Bockius, Michael joined Preferred Sands as a Cash Accountant and then teamed up with Teva Pharmaceuticals as Senior Treasury Analyst, later working his way to the Treasury Manager role. Since 2018, Michael has managed treasury functions at SICOM Systems Inc., SUEZ, LifeScan and NOVAVAX INC. He currently works as Director of Treasury at Curaleaf, a New York-based cannabis company. On the podcast we discussed… Michael’s treasury origin story His transition from treasury analyst to group treasurer The ups and downs of working abroad How Michael adapted to remote working Why no-one knowing your name means you’re succeeding How his career hit new heights at Teva Pharmaceuticals Launching a treasury function from scratch The importance of communication in treasury The best ways to enhance your reputation You can connect with Michael McCartin on LinkedIn. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?  Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!  If you’re interested in learning more about the fundamental pillars of treasury, download my free Corporate Treasury eBook by clicking here! 

With AI’s involvement in treasury rapidly developing, this week’s guest looks at the benefits and how we can adapt. On this episode of The Treasury Career Corner, Adam Glasser, Corporate Treasurer at Vantage Specialty Chemicals joins us to talk about his thoughts on AI and the future of the industry. He also shares details about his unique career, how vantage measures success and top tips for junior treasurers.  Adam started his career in real estate development planning with Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide back in 2005. At his next employer, Dow Chemical Company, he made the switch from real estate management to treasury, becoming their Customer Credit Treasury Manager in 2014. He joined Agrofresh as Assistant Treasurer in 2015 before returning to Dow as Senior Investment Manager, Financial Risk and Portfolio Investments.  In 2020, he joined Randa Apparel & Accessories as Corporate Treasurer before taking the same title and Vantage Specialty Chemicals, where he works today. On the podcast we discussed… Adam’s unique career journey His switch from real estate to treasury The challenges facing treasurers in 2013 How treasurers can leverage AI now vs in the future The metrics Vantage measure Why he joined Vantage Top tips for junior treasurers Switching from larger- to smaller-scale roles Why it’s OK to ask for help You can connect with Adam Glasser on LinkedIn and tune into the episode with Gary McGuire, mentioned in the episode, here. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?  Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!  If you’re interested in learning more about the fundamental pillars of treasury, download my free Corporate Treasury eBook by clicking here! 

Treasury never stands still. Our latest guest on the podcast has adapted to different roles, industries and ways of working, and he has some top tips to help you through transitions. Brice Zimmermann, Global Head of Treasury at Alcon Management SA, joins this episode of The Treasury Career Corner. He talks through how he ended up in treasury, the importance of collaboration and gives top advice to young treasurers. Brice began as an external auditor of PricewaterhouseCoopers in the late 90s and then joined Credit Agricole Indosuez as a Project Manager. He then kickstarted his treasury career with a role as Treasury Controller at Novartis, before switching to Head of Treasury Control & Reporting. Brice then became Global Head of Treasury at Puma Energy in 2016 before joining Alcon in 2019, where he currently works under the same title. On the podcast we discuss… Why auditing first took Brice’s attention His journey into the treasury world The advantages of a centralised treasury system Why collaboration is key to success The future of treasury Keeping a learning mindset Adapting the changes in the industry How COVID changed Brice’s ways of working You can connect with Brice Zimmermann on LinkedIn. Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?  Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!  If you’re interested in learning more about the fundamental pillars of treasury, download my free Corporate Treasury eBook by clicking here! 

As economic challenges continue to arise, how do we equip ourselves to retain top talent in this ever-changing environment? In this special episode, recorded live from one of our recent webinars, our CEO & Founder Mike Richards sits alongside the amazing Craig Perkins, Head of the UK Practice and Katie Hardie, who heads up our European desk.  On the podcast, they discuss “Retaining Your Treasury Team in the New Age of Hybrid Working” and provide practical, actionable advice on navigating this new landscape. They discuss the importance of retaining a skilled treasury team during a potential recession, as these roles are critical to the running of any organization. They also give practical tips and strategies for retaining your team in this new age of hybrid working, where work-life balance is a top priority.  Key points they cover include: The rise of remote work and its impact on the job market The unique challenges of managing remote teams, especially in the treasury profession Various aspects of remote work in the treasury profession, including compensation, benefits, hybrid models, leadership, and retention You can connect with Mike Richards on LinkedIn You can connect with Katie Hardie on LinkedIn You can connect with Craig Perkins on LinkedIn Are you interested in pursuing a career within Treasury?  Whether you’ve recently graduated, or you want to search for new job opportunities to help develop your treasury career, The Treasury Recruitment Company can help you in your search for the perfect job. Find out more here. Or, send us your CV and let us help you in your next career move! If you’re enjoying the show please rate and review us on whatever podcast app you listen to us on, for Apple Podcasts click here!  If you’re interested in learning more about the fundamental pillars of treasury, download my free Corporate Treasury eBook by clicking here!