Bjak

Treasury Manager at Bjak (Malaysia)

Bjak · Malaysia·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Bjak at a glance

Southeast Asia's largest online insurance comparison platform, letting users compare, buy and renew insurance and roadtax from 16 insurers in one place.

Bjak is a BNM-licensed online marketplace where Malaysians compare quotes from 16 insurers and takaful operators, then buy and renew car, motorcycle, travel, life, medical and home insurance online. It bundles roadtax renewal, roadside assistance, car repair booking and AI tools around the core comparison engine.

Job description

About BJAK

We build superior application platforms globally with the mission of creating successful businesses while contributing positively to society by making it more efficient.

We developed the first and leading insurance platform in Southeast Asia to digitize the insurance industry. The platform currently serves over 8 million users across the region. We are continuing our mission by building new, superior applications in emerging use cases as applications become increasingly integrated with AI.

Our team is densely talented, highly motivated, and focused on engineering and product excellence within a very flat organization. All members are expected to be hands-on and contribute directly to the company’s mission.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Treasury Manager to oversee the company’s treasury operations, manage cash flow, and ensure efficient liquidity management. This role requires strong analytical skills, ownership, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment while supporting the company’s financial stability and growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the company’s daily treasury operations, including cash positioning and liquidity management
  • Monitor and forecast cash flow to ensure sufficient funding for operational needs
  • Manage banking relationships, including opening accounts, negotiating banking facilities, and coordinating with financial institutions
  • Oversee payments, collections, and fund transfers across the organization
  • Develop and maintain treasury policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Monitor and manage financial risks, including foreign exchange and interest rate exposure
  • Support capital planning, funding strategies, and financing activities
  • Prepare treasury reports, cash forecasts, and financial analysis for senior management
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
  • Professional certification such as CFA, CTP, ACCA, or equivalent is an advantage
  • 5–8 years of experience in treasury, corporate finance, or financial management
  • Strong understanding of cash management, banking operations, and financial instruments
  • Experience with cash flow forecasting and treasury management systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Why work at Bjak

  • Culture: “Results first” – outcomes over effort; direct feedback; flat organization with minimal bureaucracy; high ownership and speed.
  • Work Environment: Remote‑friendly with a “distributed team of experts” and offices in Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan, and the UK. Recruiting globally.
  • Engineering Focus: Lean, autonomous teams that prioritise product excellence and swift delivery.
  • Career Growth: Rapidly scaling company with 356 open roles (including Lead, Founder’s Office, iOS Engineer, DevOps, ML Engineer) – opportunities for impact and advancement.
  • Note on Employer Rating: Current Glassdoor-style rating is 2.3/5 (198 reviews) – potential concerns around work‑life balance and compensation. Candidates should verify recent employee sentiment during interviews.

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