Chief Financial Officer
Location: Newbridge
(Open to public competition)
The CFO will be responsible for leading the financial strategy, planning and management of a large-scale renewable energy company. This individual will play a critical role in driving financial performance, ensuring the company’s financial health and supporting the execution of growth strategies in alignment with our mission to deliver sustainable and innovative energy solutions.
Role Specifics:
Job Title: Chief Financial Officer
Business Unit: Renewable Energy
Reporting to: Managing Director
Duration: Permanent
Apply on or before: 17th January 2025
The main duties and responsibilities of the role will include the following:
* Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and growth initiatives. Oversee capital structure, balance sheet management and long-term financial planning to support large-scale renewable energy infrastructure projects.
* Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Analyse financial performance and market trends to identify opportunities and risks. Provide actionable recommendations to the CEO and Board.
* Manage the capital allocation process to improve total value contribution and optimisation of the current and future investment portfolio.
* Ensure Treasury operations are effectively managed in accordance with policies approved by the Board. Optimise the funding position of the company. Develop and manage relationships with investors, banks, and financial institutions. Oversee the raising of capital including debt, equity, and other financing mechanisms. The CFO will be the primary face of the company to the market and will articulate positioning and value in a distinctive and differentiating manner to stakeholders, policy makers and the investment community.
* Maintain robust internal controls and compliance frameworks to mitigate financial risks. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements including those related to renewable energy reporting.
* In collaboration with the Head of IT, ensure the implementation of a comprehensive and robust IT strategy that is aligned with the company’s strategic objective.
* All employees are expected to co-operate fully with all provisions taken by the company for ensuring Health and Safety, and Welfare of co-employees and members of the public using the premises.
* As a key member of the Senior Management team, proactively use the Performance Management process as a means to support resource planning within your team and the wider organisation.
The Person:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualification, skills, knowledge and attributes:
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field and/or qualifications in Accounting, Finance or Economics.
* 10 years+ progressive financial leadership experience with a strong background in infrastructure, renewable energy or related industries.
* Proven capability executing business strategy, creating momentum and driving for results.
* Proven track record of capital raising and managing large-scale financial operations.
* Deep understanding of renewable energy market dynamics, financing structures and regulatory environments.
* Exceptional communication, analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills required.
The selection process for this role will include candidate screening from application.
Bord na Móna is an equal opportunities employer.
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