Chief Financial Officer

Job Purpose

The CFO will lead all finance, treasury and corporate-finance functions to ensure financial health, regulatory compliance (MFRS), robust project and contract financial controls (EPCC/EPC), and support strategic growth (M&A, IPO, project financing, PPA structures). This is a hands-on C-suite role requiring deep exposure to listed-company reporting, corporate banking, construction/EPC project finance in the power utilities and renewable energy industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial leadership & reporting

• Oversee corporate financial reporting, consolidation and statutory reporting in accordance with MFRS and local regulatory requirements (board & external stakeholders).
• Lead year-end audit, tax filings, and liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.

Treasury & corporate banking

• Manage company liquidity, cash flow forecasting and working capital optimisation.
• Maintain and negotiate banking facilities, bonds, performance guarantees, letters of credit and credit lines; manage banking relationships.

Project & contract finance (EPCC / Power Utility & Renewable projects)

• Implement robust SOPs, project accounting, job costing and revenue recognition for EPC/EPCC contracts and PPA arrangements.
• Oversee project-level cashflows, retention handling, claim management and subcontractor payment controls.

Corporate finance & capital raising

• Lead fundraising (debt, equity, project financing), investor relations and capital structure decisions—including bank syndications and project SPV structuring.
• Drive M&A, IPO listing, joint ventures and strategic partnerships due diligence and integration.

Governance, risk & compliance

• Build internal controls, compliance framework, risk management and processes suitable for a growing engineering/energy company.
• Ensure insurance, performance bond and warranty exposures are managed.

Strategic planning & commercial partnering

• Partner with CEO/BD to evaluate new business models (green EaaS, PPAs, energy storage), perform financial modelling and advise on pricing, tender bids and contractual terms.
• Support bid financials and tender submissions for large utility and commercial projects.

People & systems

• Lead finance team (FP&A, accounting, treasury, tax, procurement) and drive ERP/financial systems improvements (SAP/Oracle/Accumatica or equivalent), process automation and KPI dashboards for quarterly management reporting.

Stakeholder management

• Present financials to the Board and investors; manage relationships with regulators, utilities (eg. TNB & state utilities), banks, auditors and JV partners.
• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as so instructed by the Superior/Senior Management team.
• The Company reserves the right to amend the job description and/or assign additional tasks as deemed necessary.

ISO Integrated Management System Responsibilities

ISO 9001 – Quality Management

• Ensure all finance and project accounting processes follow documented procedures and quality requirements.
• Maintain accurate financial documentation, records, reporting, and approvals for audits and reviews.
• Participate in internal and external audits when required.

ISO 14001 – Environmental Management

• Support environmentally responsible financial practices, including funding for green energy projects and sustainable investments.
• Ensure consideration of environmental impacts in financial planning, procurement, and project financing.

ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety

• Ensure all finance-related site visits and project inspections follow relevant HSE requirements.
• Comply with safe work procedures when attending on-site project meetings.
• Report hazards, incidents, or unsafe conditions in accordance with company procedures.

Skills and Competencies

• Professional Qualifications: CPA/MIA certification is mandatory for listed company CFO positions; CFA or equivalent is an advantage.
• Experience: Minimum 15 years of senior finance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a listed company.
• Listed-Company Reporting: Proven experience in consolidation, MFRS compliance, and investor reporting.
• Corporate Banking & Project Finance: Strong background in loan facilities, bonds/LCs, syndications, and project financing.
• Project Accounting & Contract Management: Direct experience in construction, EPCC/EPC project accounting, and contract management.
• Industry Experience: Experience serving power utilities or renewable energy clients; knowledge of PPA, energy storage, and EaaS commercial structures.
• Financial Modelling: Advanced skills in NPV, IRR, cashflow waterfalls, and SPV modelling.
• ERP & Tools: Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, Accumatica, or similar ERP systems; strong Excel and BI/dashboarding skills.
• Corporate Transactions: Experience with JVAs, M&A transactions, and due diligence.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong capabilities in negotiating bank facilities, bonds, and major contractor claims.
• Leadership & Communication: Ability to lead finance and accounting teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders and boards, and translate complex project finance into board-level clarity.
• Standards & Compliance: Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements.

Job Type: Permanent

Application Question(s):

• What is your current notice period?

Work Location: In person