Bert Thieuw
About Bert Thieuw
Bert Thieuw serves as the Head of Treasury Operations at Swift, a position he has held since 2021. He has a background in financial auditing and treasury operations, with experience at EY and ATEB, and actively participates in the Belgian national treasury association.
Current Role at Swift
Bert Thieuw serves as the Head of Treasury Operations at Swift since 2021. In this role, he oversees treasury operations and is responsible for strategic financial management within the organization. His leadership involves coordinating various treasury functions and ensuring efficient financial practices are implemented.
Previous Experience at EY
Bert Thieuw worked at EY for four years, progressing from Junior Financial Auditor from 2011 to 2013 to Senior Financial Auditor from 2013 to 2015. During his tenure in Brussels and the Gent Area, he gained substantial experience in financial auditing, which contributed to his expertise in financial operations.
Involvement with ATEB
Bert Thieuw is actively involved with the Association of Treasury Experts in Belgium (ATEB). He has served as a Candidate Board Member from 2022 to 2023 and currently holds a position as a Board Member since 2023. His contributions focus on enhancing treasury practices and representing the interests of treasury professionals in Belgium.
Educational Background
Bert Thieuw studied at Vrij Technisch Instituut Ieper, where he completed his high school education in Industriële Wetenschappen from 2001 to 2007. He furthered his education at Universiteit Gent, earning a Master of Science in Business Economics with a focus on Corporate Finance and Accounting from 2007 to 2011.
Certifications and Professional Development
Bert Thieuw holds a certification in Treasury (CerT) from the Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT). Additionally, he has certifications in investment advisory and marketing & sales, which complement his academic background in finance and economics.