Head - Corporate Finance - Solar Energy Sector

Description:

Financial Strategy and Planning:

- Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies aligned with the company's long-term goals.

- Lead financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.

- Assess capital allocation priorities and investment opportunities to maximize shareholder value.

- Provide financial guidance and strategic recommendations to the CEO, executive leadership team, and board of directors.

Project Finance and Fund Management:

- Lead the financial planning and execution of solar energy projects, including feasibility studies and cost planning.

- Manage debt syndication, equity funding, and private equity investments for project financing.

- Oversee the preparation of project information memorandums and financial models.

- Drive interactions with banks and financial institutions from conceptualization to financial closure.

Treasury and Liquidity Management:

- Manage the company's liquidity, cash flow, and investment strategies.

- Oversee banking relationships, including credit facilities, cash management, and capital market transactions.

- Develop and implement treasury policies and procedures to optimize the company's financial position and mitigate risks.

Investor Relations and Stakeholder Communication:

- Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, analysts, and other external stakeholders.

- Lead investor relations activities, including earnings calls, investor presentations, and meetings.

- Provide transparent and timely communication to internal stakeholders, including senior management and the board of directors.

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

- Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial reporting, including regulatory filings and internal management reports.

- Oversee the preparation of financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.

- Implement and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting to safeguard assets.

Risk Management and Governance:

- Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, including market risks, credit risks, and operational risks.

- Establish risk management policies and procedures.

- Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost Management Accountant (CMA), or Master of Commerce (M. Com).

- 20-25 years of experience in corporate finance, with a focus on the solar energy sector.

- Proven track record in managing large-scale project financing, debt syndication, and fundraising.

- Strong understanding of financial modelling, CMA preparation, and due diligence processes.

- Experience in managing investor relations and stakeholder communications