Chief Financial Officer

Client of Foreground

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Define and implement the SPVs financial strategy, ensuring full alignment with project objectives and partner expectations.
• Serve as the principal financial advisor to the CEO and Board, providing insights into investment decisions, risk exposures, and commercial strategy.
• Support strategic negotiations with banks, institutional investors, and financial sponsors.

Project Financing & Capital Structuring

• Lead the structuring and securing of financing packages, including debt, equity, export credit arrangements, and government guarantees.
• Ensure full compliance with financing agreements, covenants, and lender reporting requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison with financial institutions and funding partners.

Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting

• Oversee the preparation of robust financial models, forecasts, and multi-year business plans.
• Lead the budgeting process and implement controls to ensure accurate financial planning and execution.
• Monitor key financial metrics and operational KPIs to inform decision-making and improve performance outcomes.
• Prepare and present timely, accurate financial reports to internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory authorities.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Establish and maintain financial controls, policies, and procedures that ensure fiscal integrity and transparency.
• Lead audits and ensure compliance with local and international financial reporting standards.
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies across project phases.

Board & Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent the SPV in Board meetings, partner briefings, and financial reviews.
• Manage relationships with auditors, legal advisors, regulators, and external stakeholders.
• Drive alignment between SPV operations and partner/shareholder expectations.

Leadership & Team Development

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team aligned with the long-term needs of the SPV.
• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and operational excellence.