Graham J.

Smith
18 Maple Ave S, Westport,
Connecticut, USA ,06880
+1 203 292 5357

TREASURY AND CORPORATE FINANCE EXECUTIVE

Hands-on Treasury and Corporate Finance Manager with diverse skill set and exper
iences that have been developed over numerous years working in international env
ironments, combing 9-years of international treasury management experiences with
a 10-years plus Corporate/Commercial Banking back-ground and a MBA degree award
ed with distinction.
Having been with my current employer for near-on 10-years I am now looking for f
resh challenges and an opportunity to further develop my career.
Areas of expertise and core competencies include:
* International and domestic cash management.
* Cash forecasting and optimization.
* International Trade Finance solutions and relationships.
* FX and Interest rate management and analysis.
* Banking and Financial Markets.
* Project Management including IT systems implementation.
* European insurance and pension experience.
* Post M&A and divestiture implementation activities.

Professional Experience
March 2006 - present Corporate Finance Manager (Treasury), Terex Corporation
Key responsibilities and highlights;
* Daily management of the Corporate Treasury front office staff including the Ca
sh Manager and FX Analyst.
* Lead in negotiating and implementing US domestic securitization ($300mm) and E
uropean AR discounting programs ($200mm) while assisting with syndicated Revolv
ing Credit arrangement and other Capital market transactions.
* Establishment, implementation and ongoing review of global investments includi
ng counterparty policy, investment policy and international cash-pooling structu
res.
* Project management of Treasury systems implementation including in-house inter
national bank, internet trading platform and confirmation platform and Oracle Tr
easury/Cash Management.
* Providing Corporation wide assistance and guidance in relation to internationa
l trade transactions including export finance relationships, letters of credit,
international guarantees etc.
* Ability to communicate complex financial arrangements effectively with both th
e business units and relationship bankers.
* Familiarity with FAS 133, FAS 13 and FAS 140 and related International GAAP an
d SOX requirements.
2001- March 2006 Segment Treasury Manager, (UK based) - Terex Construction (TC)
Key responsibilities and highlights;
* Management of the European banking relationships with good understanding of ba
nking products and ability to network with banking partners.
* Management of the TC cash generation process, providing segment guidance to me
et the requirements of the business cycle (target achieved on an annual basis).
* Close liaison with tax department to devise and implement cash repatriation st
rategies.
* Post M&A implementation activity following the acquisition of Atlas, Schaeff a
nd Powerscreen brands including cash optimization analysis and insurance and pen
sion reviews
* Manage and control the business segments relationships with asset finance prov
iders to satisfy customers needs while ensuring corporate guidelines and statuto
ry requirements were met.
* Establishment of Terex Financial Services - in-house European asset finance di
vision, a JV with DLL Bank (target of $90mm asset based lending achieved in init
ial year).
* Implementation of the FX hedging programs in conjunction with Corporate office
.
* Strong financial analysis skills, experienced in businesses with turnover grea
ter than $1billion.
1997-2001 Commercial Banking Manager, National Australia Bank Group, Glasgow
Key responsibilities and highlights;
* Development and management of client relationships of both existing and new Co
mmercial connections.
* P&L responsibility relating to management of portfolio of banks assets (client
loans to $50mm) and liabilities (client deposits).
* Introduction and communication of complex financial products to commercial cli
ents.
* Analysis, assessment and approval of lending/project finance proposals.
* Management and implementation of team plan to achieve annual targets with abil
ity to plan goals and to communicate these to staff.
* Experienced in the gathering of information to set priorities and use of judgm
ent and analytical skills to make appropriate decisions.
* Strong commitment to produce the highest level of customer service
1994-1997 Corporate Banking Assistant Manager, Clydesdale Bank PLC
Key responsibilities and highlights;
* Involvement in Structured Finance Projects
* Direct liaison with the bank's corporate banking customers.
* Preparation of reports and lending documentation in respect of corporate finan
ce transactions.
* Analysis of accounting information and the assessment of lending/project propo
sals for Executive approval.
* Direct responsibility for the bank's local government and institutional connec
tions.
1989 - 1994 Clydesdale Bank PLC - various roles in Management Training Program.
Education/Training
1999 - 2001 University of Strathclyde: Master of Business Administration with d
istinction.
Graduate School of Business Principle subjects being Strategic Financial
(a triple accredited school) Management, Security Analysis and Portfolio
Management, Treasury Management, Project Risk Analysis and Management a
nd Strategic Management.
1993-1994 The Chartered Institute of MCIB (regarded as being of post-graduate le
vel)
Bankers, Scotland. including distinction in Taxation.
1986-1989 The Chartered Institute of ACIB with credit (regarded as being equival
ent to
Bankers. 1st Degree) including distinction in Business Accounting I
and II.
1980-1985 Bannerman High School, Higher Grades: English, Mathematics, Accounting
, Glasgow, UK. Chemistry and Modern Studies.

Additional Information and Interests

* Comprehensive computing skills including Microsoft Office, Oracle and Hyperion
.
* Green Card holder.
* Convener of Terex Sports Club.
* Executive Board of Directors, Westport Soccer Association.
* Full driving license.
References Available Upon Request