FTI Treasury Talks Video Series
Episode 4

FTI Treasury Talks: Unlocking the Power of Cash Reporting and Forecasting

About this Episode

“FTI Treasury Talks: Conversations with the Experts” series aims to provide valuable insights and practical strategies in the fields of Treasury Outsourcing, In-House Banking Solutions, and Corporate Services.

The fourth talk, “Unlocking the Power of Cash Reporting and Forecasting,” offers valuable insights into Cash Reporting and Forecasting, crucial components of modern treasury management.

Justin Callaghan, CEO at FTI Treasury, engages in a comprehensive discussion with Shane O’Keeffe, Head of Innovation at FTI Treasury and Barry Callaghan, Front Office Senior Manager at FTI Treasury, will cover the following topics:

  • The Rising Importance: Understand why Cash Reporting and Forecasting are increasingly vital for treasury departments.
  • Harnessing Technology: Learn the value of extracting actionable insights from ERP, accounting, and other business systems.
  • Real-Time Insights: Gain insights into achieving real-time or near real-time reporting across your organization.
  • Distinguishing Reporting from Forecasting: Explore the nuances between these two critical functions.
  • Cash & Liquidity Management Perspectives: Discover how reporting and forecasting intersect within a broader cash management framework.
  • Processes and Systems: Learn about the nuts and bolts of the reporting and forecasting process, including key systems and interfaces.
  • Daily Reporting Essentials: Identify essential reports for effective cash management on a day-to-day basis.
  • Forecasting Horizons: Understand the different timeframes involved in cash forecasting and how to navigate them
  • Upgrading Processes: Receive expert advice on enhancing your reporting and forecasting capabilities.

Guest / Speakers

Justin Callaghan

Justin Callaghan

CEO of FTI Treasury
Justin has over 20 years’ experience in international cash management, financial risk management, funding, internal corporate treasury structures and treasury operations.
Shane O’Keeffe

Shane O’Keeffe

Head of Innovation at FTI Treasury
Shane O’Keeffe, Manager of FTI Treasury Back Office, has overall responsibility for end to end confirmation, settlement and reconciliation processes of FTI’s global portfolio of clients.
Barry Callaghan

Barry Callaghan

Front Office Senior Manager at FTI Treasury
As Treasury Manager at FTI Treasury, Barry Callaghan is responsible for development and implementation of hedging and risk management strategies, execution of the daily cash management function and intra-group transactions and the management of bank relationships on behalf of clients.

Key Topics covered

Why these two functions have become essential to modern treasury departments, and the growing pressure on organisations to understand their cash position with accuracy and confidence.

How extracting data from ERP, accounting and other business systems turns raw information into actionable insight, enabling real-time or near real-time reporting across the whole organisation.

The distinction between the two functions, how they sit within a wider cash and liquidity management framework, and the different timeframes involved when forecasting cash across short and longer horizons.

The practical mechanics behind reporting and forecasting, from key systems and interfaces to the daily reports that matter most, along with expert advice on upgrading existing capabilities.

Why this matter

Cash is the lifeblood of any business, yet many organisations still struggle to see their true position clearly and quickly enough to act on it. Without reliable reporting, decisions are made on outdated or incomplete information, and without sound forecasting, treasury teams are left reacting to events rather than anticipating them. Getting both right gives a company the visibility to manage liquidity with confidence, put idle cash to work, and prepare for funding needs before they become urgent. As systems grow more connected and the pace of business quickens, the ability to report accurately and forecast well is no longer a nice to have. It is what allows treasury to move from a purely operational role to a genuine strategic partner in the business.

About FTI Treasury Talks

Expert conversations on treasury management, risk, technology, and in-house banking — designed for treasury professionals, CFOs, and finance leaders.