Job Regions: Kenya Remote United Kingdom
Job Roles: Finance
Sectors: Carbon Markets
Our client is a growing, impact-driven business specializing in renewable energy and bio-products, with a focus on carbon credits, biochar, and biofertilizers. They work with top-tier partners such as Microsoft and are committed to creating a sustainable future. As they expand, they are looking for a strategic finance leader to help drive their growth and optimize their financial operations.
Key responsibilities
- Financial Strategy & Leadership: Support the leadership team in making strategic financial decisions to drive business growth. Mentor and develop the Finance Manager into a future Kenya Country Manager.
- Forecasting & Financial Modelling: Lead efforts in forecasting, cash flow management, and financial modelling to support decision-making and strategic initiatives.
- Project Finance & Deal Structuring: Work on project finance, including building Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) and structuring deals, ideally within the carbon credits or renewable energy sectors.
- Funding & Capital Raising: Support fundraising efforts, particularly in seed funding rounds, and contribute to securing successful exits.
- Revenue Management: Oversee and optimize their diverse revenue streams, including carbon credits, biochar, and biofertilizers.
Key qualifications
- Project Finance Experience: Proven experience in project finance, with a background in renewable energy or carbon credit projects preferred.
- Fundraising Expertise: Demonstrated success in supporting funding rounds and driving successful exits.
- Financial Leadership: Strong financial acumen and experience in strategic finance roles, with the ability to mentor and grow internal talent.
- Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Ability to work across teams in the UK and Kenya, with experience managing international operations preferred.
Bonus skills
- Fluency in Swahili.