IACT Academy 24th November 2025

Level 1 - An introduction to Core Treasury Functions

This half-day course offers a comprehensive introduction to core treasury functions in a global context. Participants will gain a clear understanding of international clearing and payments systems, the fundamentals of foreign exchange (FX), and key cash management techniques, including the strategic use of pooling. The course also covers interest rate key fundamentals, equipping learners with the tools to effectively understand financial risk and help optimise liquidity in a dynamic market environment.

We kindly ask that all attendees arrive on time to avoid any disruptions to the speakers and fellow participants. Your punctuality is greatly appreciated. Refreshments served during breaks. It is essential to register as capacity is limited. 

Level 1: Comprehensive introduction to core treasury functions in a global context

• 1:45pm - 2:10pm Registration
• 2:10pm - 2:20pm Welcome and outline of the afternoon sessions
• 2:20pm - 3pm International Clearing & Payments with Barry Manning, Head of Transaction Banking at Danske Bank Ireland and Chair of the Irish Payments Council
• 3pm - 3:10 Break
• 3:10pm - 3:55pm Interest Rates with Kiera Agnew, Assistant Vice President, Corporate Assistant Treasurer at Kellanova and Jason Murphy Co-Founder, Executive Director @ Centrus and President of the Irish Association of Corporate Treasurers
• 3:55pm - 4:10pm Coffee Break refreshments served 
• 4:15pm - 4:50pm Forex Basics (Speaker TBC)
• 4:50pm - 5:35pm Cash Management / Pooling (Speaker TBC)
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  Cost: Members €100 | Non-members €150
  Academy attendees receive complimentary tickets to our annual pre-Conference networking event also taking place in the Convention Centre from 6pm - 9pm.

Level 2 - For Professionals with a Foundational Knowledge

This half-day training course is tailored for individuals who completed our level one last year’s course and is a deeper dive into the intersection of Treasury, Tax, and Legal frameworks, with practical insights into optimising financial strategies.  The course explores cash pooling, intercompany lending, interest rate management, and trade finance tools, empowering participants to navigate complex corporate finance environments.

Participants of our 2024 Academy should consider registering for this year’s level 2.

We kindly ask that all attendees arrive on time to avoid any disruptions to the speakers and fellow participants. Your punctuality is greatly appreciated. Refreshments served during breaks. It is essential to register as capacity is limited. 

Level 2 For Professionals with a Foundational Knowledge

• 1:45pm-2:10pm Registration, please register on time 
• 2:10pm-2:20pm Welcome and overview of afternoon sessions
• 2:20pm-3pm International  Clearing Payments with Barry  Manning, Head of Transaction Banking at Danske Bank Ireland and Chair of the Irish Payments Council
• 3pm - 3:10 Break
• 3:10pm - 3:55pm Interest Rates with Kiera Agnew, Assistant Vice President, Corporate Assistant Treasurer at Kellanova and Jason Murphy Co-Founder, Executive Director @ Centrus and President of the Irish Association of Corporate Treasurers
• 3:55pm - 4:10pm Coffee Break refreshments served
• 4:15pm - 4:50pm Trade Finance Speaker TBC
• 4:50pm - 5:35pm Tax, Treasury & Legal Structures with Anthony Ney, Senior Treasury Manager at Flutter and Des Horstmann, Cash Management & Sales Executive  

Cost: Members €100 | Non-members €150

Academy attendees receive complimentary tickets to our annual pre-Conference networking event also taking place in the Convention Centre from 6pm - 9pm.

For multiple bookings please contact Michele Fogarty at info@treasurers.ie