Chief Financial Officer

Description:

• 8+ Years of Experience: In accounting, finance, and strategy within the oil & gas or power sectors.
• Infrastructure Finance Expertise: Proven experience in managing large infrastructure finance in a joint venture (JV) context.
• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Energy Finance Knowledge: Familiarity with energy financing structures is preferred.
• Leadership Skills: Experience managing teams in accounting, treasury, audits, and finance. Prior roles as a CFO or Finance Manager are highly desirable.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of IFRS, financial analysis, business analysis, and cost control.
• Communication Skills: Fluent in English with excellent written and oral communication.
• Presentation and Negotiation: Strong skills in these areas.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze and recommend solutions to complex financial issues.
• Tech Savvy: Proficient in using spreadsheets and database applications.
• Team Management: Experience in leading small teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Oversight: Manage all finance, accounting, treasury, reporting, admin, and IT functions.
• Billing and Collections: Oversee billing and collection processes.
• Risk Management: Monitor risk and administer insurance policies, providing annual reports to the Board.
• Performance Analysis: Report on project performance, compliance, tax, insurance, budgeting, internal controls, and risk management.
• Contract Management: Review contracts, coordinate purchase orders, and support dispute resolution with the plant team.
• Cost Monitoring: Track project costs, provide feedback, and report updates to the MD and shareholders.
• Financial Planning: Lead financial forecasting activities.
• Policy Compliance: Ensure adherence to financial and accounting controls and project company policies.
• Hiring and Procurement: Manage hiring and purchasing decisions.
• Board Reporting: Prepare financial reports for Board meetings and attend to support the MD with clarifications.
• Negotiation and Documentation: Participate in drafting and negotiating term sheets, agreements, and financing documents.
• Stakeholder Relations: Maintain relationships with shareholders, investment bankers, and advisors.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with commercial and financial requirements of project documents and regulations.