The Treasury Career Corner

Hitting 200 podcast episodes is no easy feat, and in light of that, we’re going back to where it all started…We’re revisiting our very first episode of The Treasury Career Corner podcast, where we spoke with Sarah-Jane Hall, SVP Treasury at GSK, about the ins and outs of working in global treasury. When last we spoke, Sarah-Jane was the Group Treasurer, Pension Investments & Insurance at GlaxoSmithKline PLC. In that role, she was in charge of debt and investments, oversight of the GSK’s global treasury activities and insurance coverage for the group.Since then, she’s transitioned to the SVP Treasury role and has assisted with the demerger of GSK’s consumer business, having taken semi-retirement in 2021. Sarah-Jane is a Fellow of the Association of Corporate Treasurers and a member of the ACT Technical Committee. She holds a BSc in Psychology from Exeter University.On the podcast we discussed…How Sarah-Jane got her “accidental” start in treasuryHow her role evolved over timeThe differences between domestic and global treasuryWhy determination is vital for career successHow treasury systems and processes have changedWhy the right team culture is so importantWhy teamwork is vital in treasury (and across other fields)The challenges Sarah-Jane foresees in the future of treasurySarah-Jane’s advice for people looking to be global treasurersYou can connect with Sarah-Jane on LinkedIn.

We are going back into our archive to bring you one of our all-time favourite episodes of the podcast featuring Kim Masucci, a Fortune 500 Treasury Executive. Kim joins me on this episode of the Treasury Career Corner podcast to talk about her fascinating career in treasury.She possesses over 20 years’ experience in finance, 14 of those years in treasury-specific roles at United Technologies (now Raytheon), Otis, and Linde.Throughout her 14 years in treasury-specific roles, she has mostly had operational roles focused on FX and intercompany lending, domestic cash management, netting, internal dividend program, and capital markets. She also spent a year in FP&A focused on board presentations for the CFO, economics, and incentive compensation. More recently, she was a director of foreign exchange and intercompany lending at Otis Elevator. On the podcast we discussed…How Kim got started in treasury and finance from her university days to nowWhy Kim was interested in treasuryHow Kim progressed through different roles within the same companyKim talks about her experience as Associate Director of capital marketsHow the pandemic has impacted Kim and her careerTips to help treasurers adjust to the recent changesWhat Kim looks for in resumes and potential new team membersKim shares her key tips for other treasurersKim shares what she has been up to since the last podcastThe common themes Kim is seeing in treasury postings todayIf you want to get in touch with Kim, you can connect with her 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!

Transitioning through roles is a vital part of building a successful treasury career.But as it is with most things, there’s a right and wrong way to do it. To share her journey from staff accountant to the Director of Treasury for Victoria’s Secret & Co., Summa Simmons joins this episode of Treasury Career Corner.In her present role, Summa Simmons is entrusted with accurately and efficiently funding the company’s operational and strategic initiatives in accordance with business and industry standards. Some of her previous roles include Assistant Treasurer for Cardinal Health Inc., NiSource Inc, Director of Treasury Operations for GE Capital, and other leadership roles within Morgan Stanley’s controllership organisation.Victoria’s Secret & Co. (VS&Co), through Victoria’s Secret and Victoria’s Secret PINK, is one of the most recognisable retailers in the world with unparalleled brand awareness. Their brands are in 72 countries, and they have almost 1,400 store locations globally and nearly 80 million followers on Instagram alone. They have a highly talented, global team of more than 30,000 associates in their stores, distribution centres, and home offices and foster an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their whole selves to work.On the podcast we discussed…How Summa got started in financeHer transition from the corporate world to financial servicesHow Summa adjusted to corporate life in terms of scaleThe importance of understanding the “why” behind your roleWhy it’s important to build relationships within treasury teamsHow Summa handled an organisational and cultural shiftWhy it’s beneficial to join employee resource groupsThe importance of marrying your soft skills with your passionYou can connect with Summa 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!

Do you want to know how to build a successful career in treasury? Then you’re in luck. We’ve had a look back through our archives to bring you this informative episode full of actionable tips on how to progress in your career. With over 20 years rising through the ranks in the same company, it’s safe to say that Paul Miseré, the Senior Treasury Director at Medtronic, knows a thing or two about getting ahead.Drawing from his wealth of experience, Paul takes us through his career and the strategies he used to forge ahead.Paul joined Medtronic back in 2002 and has worked his way up from being fresh-faced in the industry to being Senior Treasury Director today.Founded in 1949, Medtronic is a global healthcare solutions company committed to improving lives through its medical technologies, services, and solutions. Since beginning 60 years ago, their mission has remained the same: to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life for people around the world. To meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals around the globe, they operate from more than 370 locations in approximately 160 countries.On the podcast we discussed…How Paul got his start with MedtronicHow Paul handled his first leadership roleLessons from how Paul manages his team membersPaul’s take on formal training vs. on the job trainingPaul’s approach to staying innovative after working for one organisation for 20 yearsWhat key developments Paul sees in the future of treasuryHow Medtronic measures successPaul’s advice for people looking to progress in treasuryHow the pandemic has affected Paul’s day-to-dayHow Paul has evolved since taking on a higher roleYou can connect with Paul 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!

Do you want to take your treasury career to new heights? If so, this is the episode for you! We went back into our archive to bring you one of our all-time favourite episodes of the podcast featuring VP and Treasurer of Dow Inc., Gary McGuire.Gary leads a global team of over 100 treasury professionals managing all aspects of Dow’s finances which include Funding, Operations, Planning, Customer Financial Services, Insurance, Pension, Financial Risk Management, Compliance, Corporate Real Estate, and Enterprise Wide Risk Management.Gary joined Dow Canada in 1988 as a Materials Management Analyst in Sarnia, Ontario and later moved to Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta. He held several positions in Materials Management before joining the Treasury group of Dow Canada in Sarnia, Ontario. Gary is President and CEO of Liana Limited and Dorinco Reinsurance Company (a wholly owned subsidiary of Dow), in addition to serving on the boards of both companies.  He is chairman of Dow’s Investment Committee, and also a member of the Liana Finance Committee and Dow’s Benefits Governance Finance Committee (BGFC).As you can see, Gary has accomplished many great things throughout his career and openly shares his experiences and tips with us on The Treasury Career Corner podcast.If you want to keep climbing the treasury career ladder, Gary’s words of wisdom will help you get there!On the podcast we discussed…How Gary first got started in treasuryHow Gary progressed up the career ladder to his current VP positionImportant lessons from Gary’s time away from DowA look at how to integrate pension into treasuryHow Gary’s responsibilities grew the further he climbed up the career ladderPossible challenges treasurers face in similar companies to DowGary shares his predictions for the future of treasuryThe importance of leveraging bank relationshipsHow to stand out from other candidates seeking the same treasury roles as youAre 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!

The labour market is changing fast, and with it, the idea of what competencies and skills employees require to thrive. Vice President and Head of Treasury and Tax at the Functional Center of Excellence in Equinor ASA, Tor Stian Kjøllesdal, believes that we’re moving away from simply assigning roles to anyone who’s qualified to actually delegating responsibilities based on people’s competencies.He joins the Treasury Career Corner to discuss what it takes to bring out the best in employees, team members, and leaders. He also shares some insights into how Equinor ASA plans to “utilise competency and capacity in a more efficient manner.”Tor Stian is responsible for all shared services deliveries within Treasury and Tax. The area is also the resource pool for all Treasury and Tax professionals working across the company. Before taking the role in June last year, Tor Stian has had several leadership positions within Treasury and Cash Management in Equinor. He holds a Master’s degree in Economics and Business Administration from the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH). Equinor is an international energy company formerly called Statoil.They have approximately 21,000 committed colleagues developing oil, gas, wind, and solar energy in more than 30 countries worldwide. As the largest operator in Norway, they are among the world’s largest offshore operators and a growing force in renewables. They are the leading operator on the Norwegian continental shelf and have substantial international activities. Engaged in exploration, development, and production of oil and gas, as well as wind and solar power, they also sell crude oil and are a major supplier of natural gas, with activities in processing, refining, and trading. Their activities are managed through eight business areas, staff and support divisions, and they have operations in North and South America, Africa, Asia, Europe and Oceania, and Norway.On the podcast we discussed…How Tor Stian transitioned from football to treasuryHow sports values helped Tor Stian in his treasury careerWhy creating an atmosphere of trust is vital for leadersThe importance of embracing innovationHow Tor Stian approaches leadershipWhy focusing on competency worksTor Stian’s advice to anyone building a treasury careerYou can connect with Tor Stian 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!

Getting to the top of your field isn’t just about a bit of elbow grease. You need a good strategy. A strategy can help you harness your strongest capabilities and channel them into achieving both long and short-term treasury career goals. Stephanie O’Leary, the former Vice President of Treasury & Risk Management at Indigo Ag., joins this episode of the Treasury Career Corner to share snippets from her successful treasury journey. She also delves into the strategic nature of treasury and why it’s important to embrace that wholly as you build your career.Stephanie is a trusted advisor to senior leaders and has been successful at providing vision and leadership for high-performance finance organisations. She combines over 25 years of in-depth technical expertise across the financial services industry with the recognised ability to think strategically, drive results, and reduce risks. Most recently, Stephanie was the first Treasurer for a unicorn "ag-tech" start-up, Indigo Ag, where she built the global Treasury and Risk Management infrastructure and secured a first-in-market IP insurance-backed credit facility in excess of $100M. Prior to Indigo, Stephanie spent 13 years at WellingtonManagement in the finance function, with promotions to Managing Director & Treasurer. She led their debt raising and capital structuring efforts, secured and maintained their S&P rating, developed and implemented a corporate investment portfolio, and oversaw insurance risk management. Her background also includes roles as a divisional CFO for AIG, a management consultant in the financial institutions group at A.T. Kearney, and a bank examiner for the FDIC. Stephanie holds an MBA in Finance and Strategic Management from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and an AB in English cum laude from the College of the Holy Cross. On the podcast we discussed…How Stephanie discovered the world of finance and treasuryWhat Stephanie found appealing about treasuryStephanie’s treasury ethosWhy treasury is more strategic than other business functionsWhy execution and delivery are important in a treasury careerStephanie’s advice to aspiring treasurersYou can connect with Stephanie 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!

Where do you see your career in the next five years? This is a question that many have a rehearsed answer to in their heads. Some have even learned to answer quite creatively. But when it comes down to the nitty-gritty and the ever-changing landscape of treasury, the path towards career longevity can be a bumpy one. In this episode of the Treasury Career Corner, Rando Bruns, the Group Treasurer at Merck KGaA, shares some of the principles he’s stuck to that have contributed to his impressive treasury career. He gives some background on his time at Merck and how he learned to think long-term and hone in on core processes that have contributed to their organisational longevity.Founded in 1668 in Darmstadt, Germany, Merck is the world's oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company. As a vibrant science and technology company, they believe in science as a force for good, and they aim to make a positive difference in millions of people’s lives every day.Merck's passion for science and technology is what drives its 58,000 employees in 66 countries to find solutions to some of today’s toughest challenges and create more sustainable ways to live.On the podcast we discussed…What inspired Rando’s move from banking to treasuryHow Rando’s banking experience fed into his treasury roleThe difference between the 90s and modern-day treasuryThe benefit of more global and diverse rolesWhy Rando has worked with Merck for 17 yearsWhat Rando looks for in new hiresRando’s advice for treasury professionals at all stagesYou can connect with Rando Bruns 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!

Treasury is an ever-changing industry. As such, it always needs dynamic, proactive people who are willing to learn and grow. According to this week’s Treasury Career Corner guest, this has been the key to succeeding in this career. Andrew Hawes, the Group Treasurer at Innospec Inc, explains that you need to learn as much as possible about your role, about the business, and about the people around you to climb ahead in your career.Andrew’s held multiple roles in treasury, including Group Treasurer at Brammer Group, Group Treasury Manager at Speedy Hire PLC, and Pensions & Treasury Analyst at Renold PLC. Innospec Inc. is a global chemical company with manufacturing, research centres, and operations in 24 countries. The company provides chemicals, additives, and formulations for markets including agrochemicals, construction, fuel additives, home care, metal extraction, oilfield, personal care, polymers, and waxes. Innospec Inc. currently employs approximately 1,900 talented professionals globally.On the podcast we discussed…How Andrew moved from accounting to a treasury careerHow Andrew’s career was affected by the 2008 financial crisis Why the key to success is always learning and being proactiveWhy soft skills are so important in treasuryAndrew’s tips for new treasurers You can connect with Andrew 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!

A long career is never 100% fun and games. There are plenty of hurdles to jump over, lessons to be learned, and experience gathered along the way. Rob Farrow, the General Manager of Corporate Treasury at SABIC, joined this episode of the Treasury Career Corner to share some of the key lessons he learned during the course of his 40-year treasury career. With a wealth of experience spanning over several continents, it’s safe to say that he knows a thing or two.Rob has worked in global treasury and finance leadership for companies such as Ford Motor Company, General Electric, Alghanim Industries (Kuwait) and most recently as VP Treasury and Business Strategy for Itron Inc. in Spokane, Washington. While in his various roles, his work has included responsibilities for P&L delivery, debt and equity funding, project finance, cash management, FX commodity and interest rate management, collections, M&A, business strategy and insurance.  SABIC is a global leader in chemicals headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. From making cars and planes more fuel-efficient to helping conserve the world’s water supply and enabling colourful smartphone cases, they find solutions to the challenges of today to help their customers achieve their ambitions and build a better tomorrow.The company has more than 33,000 employees worldwide and operates in more than 50 countries. They equally have significant research resources with innovation hubs in five key geographies – USA, Europe, Middle East, North-East Asia, and Southeast Asia.On the podcast we discussed…How Rob got his start in treasuryThe importance of being open to help and adviceWhat Rob learned in his early years as a treasurerHow Rob and his different teams braced challenges in treasuryWhy it’s important to level up your skillsHow Rob manages his global team in the midst of the pandemicRob’s take on the biggest shifts and changes in treasuryRob’s advice to aspiring and current treasurersYou can connect with Rob 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!