Agatha Faith Makombore
Treasury & FX Specialist | Entrepreneur
7+ years of treasury and FX expertise at TreasuryONE, progressing from graduate to Head of SMME & Individual Clients Services. Now applying my skills to entrepreneurship.
About Me
I am a seasoned Treasury and Foreign Exchange Specialist with over 7 years of experience optimizing liquidity, managing foreign currency exposure, and refining FX and cash management processes. My career at TreasuryONE spanned from graduate to Head of SMME and Individual Clients Services, where I led teams, mentored graduates, and maintained strong banking relationships across corporate, mining, and agriculture industries.
Current: Entrepreneur
Mobile Cleaning Services & Laundry • Pretoria, Gauteng
“I believe in building strong relationships, maintaining meticulous attention to detail, and empowering teams to perform at their highest standard. My approach combines technical expertise with supportive leadership, creating environments where individuals feel trusted and motivated to excel.”
Education
B.Com Honours Agricultural Economics
University of Pretoria • 2018
B.Com Agribusiness Management
University of Pretoria • 2016
Leadership Excellence
Inspiring confidence through encouraging and empowering leadership that brings out the best in people
Detail-Oriented
Meticulous approach ensuring accuracy, control, and operational alignment in all financial matters
Regulatory Expertise
Deep understanding of SARB compliance and treasury operation standards
Relationship Building
Fostering strong banking relationships and cross-functional collaboration
Technology Stack
A blend of technical expertise spanning ERP systems, programming, and data analytics
Treasury Management Systems
7+ yrsDaily monitoring, workflow design, and process optimization
ERPNext
1+ yrsFrappe School certified consultant
Advanced Excel
7+ yrsFinancial modeling, reporting, and data analysis
Banking Platforms
7+ yrsDaily transactions and FX settlements
SARB Applications
6+ yrsReserve Bank approvals and compliance reporting
RPA Tools
3+ yrsRobotics Process Automation for deal confirmations
Business & Consulting Skills
Work Experience
A journey from treasury operations to entrepreneurship, showcasing growth and leadership
Entrepreneurship
- Founded and operate a mobile cleaning services and laundry business
- Applying treasury and business management skills to entrepreneurship
- Building customer relationships and managing operations
- Leveraging ERP knowledge for business process optimization
TreasuryONE
- Led the SMMEs and Private Individuals portfolio with oversight and authorized sign-off of settlement instructions
- Managed FX confirmations, settlements, and payments locally and internationally
- Spearheaded development and implementation of procedures to enhance workflow processes
- Ensured compliance with SARB regulations for FX transactions
- Mentored and supported graduate employees for professional development
- Designed treasury workbenches and process maps on TMS for clients
TreasuryONE
- Managed and automated FX and Commodity deal confirmations using Robotics Process Automation (RPA)
- Performed daily cash management, foreign currency transfers, and commodity transfers
- Monthly cash flow forecasting and variance analysis
- Daily monitoring of Treasury Management Systems and designing workflows
- Provided daily, weekly and monthly treasury reporting
TreasuryONE
- Managed daily deal confirmations and executed FX and Commodity settlements
- Executed daily cash management requirements
- Gained insights into Treasury Management Systems
- Built strong understanding of banking relationships
Notable Achievements
Progressed from Graduate to Head of SMME & Individual Clients Services in 6 years
Led implementation of RPA for automating FX and Commodity deal confirmations
Managed SARB approval applications for foreign investments and third-party payments
Developed customized Balance of Payment (BOP) forms for complex client needs
Mentored multiple graduate employees through their professional development
Certifications & Education
Professional credentials validating expertise in treasury operations and business management
Additional certifications and references available upon request
Professional Recommendations
Endorsements from senior leaders at TreasuryONE who witnessed my professional growth and contributions over 7 years.
“Faith is a dependable and supportive leader. She inspires confidence in her team through a leadership style that is both encouraging and empowering. She has the ability to bring out the best in people, creating an environment where individuals feel supported, trusted, and motivated to perform at their highest standard.”
Key Highlights:
- Leadership maturity and drive for excellence
- Genuine commitment to people
- Builds trust and strengthens relationships
- Balances technical rigour with leadership oversight
Hennie de Klerk
Founder & CEO, TreasuryONE
“Faith has consistently demonstrated outstanding competence and dedication within treasury operations. She possesses a strong understanding of treasury principles and operational controls and applies this knowledge with confidence and precision.”
Key Highlights:
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and proactive
- Manages sensitive financial matters with discretion
- Contributes positively to team dynamics
- Receptive to feedback and eager to learn
Wichard Cilliers
Head of Risk Management, TreasuryONE
Certificate of Service
TreasuryONE (July 2019 - December 2025)
Let's Connect
Interested in discussing treasury operations, financial services, or business opportunities? I'd love to hear from you.
agathafaith@gmail.com
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With 7+ years of treasury and FX expertise, I bring strong analytical skills, leadership experience, and a commitment to excellence. Reach out to discuss how I can contribute to your team or project.