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Use this useful treasury and finance knowledge bank, packed full of practical advice and guidance to support your career development. Explore the articles below.
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WHAT IS THE STRUCTURE OF A TREASURY DEPARTMENT?
Treasury departments are structured in different ways to best meet the needs of an organisation. They vary in size and structure according to business complexity.
WHY A BUSINESS NEEDS A TREASURER
Treasury decisions have a direct impact on the delivery of business strategy, and their consequences may last for years.
WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A TREASURER?
In this role, you are a trusted advisor to the business on financial matters, help develop long-term strategies, policies, and ensure the company has money.
WHAT IS TREASURY?
Treasury in a business context is a key, specialist function of the finance department.
HOW TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN PROBABILITY MODELS
Understanding probabilities, and how to manage or improve them, could be life-saving. Misunderstanding, or applying the wrong model, could court disaster.
HOW TO DEFINE ARBITRAGE PROFITS
Arbitrage means dealing simultaneously in multiple markets, to exploit a temporary discrepancy in prices, and earn a risk-free profit.
HOW TO IMPLEMENT CASH CONCENTRATION
Weighing up financial costs and benefits can be daunting, so let’s explore a simple tool to sort out the numbers.
WHAT IS NETTING?
Netting offsets receivables against payments due, to reduce net payments and save transaction costs.
TAX PLANNING PRACTICES
Tax planning is undoubtedly a treasury issue. Taxes can have a significant impact on cash flow, firm value and reputation.
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