AVP - Corporate Finance - CA

Corporate Finance - AVP

The person will play a pivotal role in securing debt financing both for working capital and project financing, managing project finance initiatives and optimizing opportunities for subsidies and grants at both domestic and global level. The ideal candidate will possess a strong financial background, in depth financial market understanding exceptional analytical skills and ability to navigate complex funding landscapes.

Key Responsibilities:

Debt Fundraising:

- Identify and evaluate potential debt financing sources including banks, financial institutions and private lenders.

- Develop and execute strategies to secure favourable debt terms and conditions.

- Prepare comprehensive debt financing proposals and presentations for potential lenders.

- Liaise with banks/Fis towards closure of proposals and ensure all related documentation

Project Finance:

- Lead financial modelling and analysis for project financing initiatives.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to structure financial packages for projects.

- Ensure documentation and compliance with project financing agreements and covenants.

Subsidy and Grant Management:

- Research and identify applicable subsidies and grants both at domestic and global level for the company's projects.

- Prepare and submit grant applications, ensuring compliance with grant requirements.

- Collaborate with project teams to maximize the utilization of subsidies and grants.

Financial Analysis and Reporting:

- Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support fundraising efforts and project financing decisions.

- Prepare regular financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

- Provide insights into the financial performance of funded projects.

Relationship Management:

- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions, lenders and grant providers.

- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to negotiate and finalize funding agreements.

Market Research:

- Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and funding opportunities.

- Assess the financial viability of potential projects and their alignment with funding sources.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Chartered Accountant, Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree or relevant certifications is a plus.

- Proven experience in debt fundraising, project finance, and subsidy/grant management within the manufacturing/ clean tech sector. Existing relationship capital across lenders will be a plus

- Strong financial modelling skills and proficiency in financial analysis tools.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills.

- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.

- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks related to project finance and grants.

- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.