Head of Project Finance

GOTION HIGH-TECH; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Head of Project Finance to oversee treasury functions for its facility in the U.S. The ideal candidate will manage project financing, optimize capital structure, and mitigate financial risks. Essential qualifications include a bachelor's degree in finance or similar, and at least 10 years of finance experience, with a strong focus on renewable energy projects. This role will involve developing innovative financing solutions and maintaining relationships with financial stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of treasury or finance experience.
• At least 5 years in renewable energy or energy storage project finance.
• Track record in securing debt financing for capital-intensive projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement capital optimization strategies.
• Structure and secure financing for ESS and battery facility.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks through hedging.
• Build relationships with financial institutions and investors.
• Develop financial models for project financing and compliance.
• Manage day-to-day treasury activities and regulatory compliance.
• Present treasury reports to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Project finance expertise

Debt financing

Treasury operations

Financial modeling

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

MBA, CPA, CFA, or CTP certification

Job description

The Head of Project Finance will oversee all treasury functions for Gotion’s ESS and battery facility in U.S., with a focus on securing and managing project financing, optimizing capital structure, and mitigating financial risks. This role requires deep expertise in renewable energy project finance, debt financing, and treasury operations, ensuring alignment with Gotion’s strategic goals in the US energy storage market. The ideal candidate will drive innovative financing solutions to support the facility’s growth and operational success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Capital Optimization Strategy: Develop and implement strategies to balance debt and equity financing, minimizing cost of capital while ensuring liquidity for operations and expansion.
• Project Finance Leadership: Structure and secure debt and equity financing for Gotion’s ESS and battery facility in U.S., including initiating and maintaining dialogues with banks and investors, negotiating terms, leveraging renewable energy, and following up the post-fundraising affairs.
• Cash Flow Management: Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital management to support facility operations, including production ramp-up.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks, including interest rate, foreign exchange, and commodity price exposures. Implement hedging strategies as needed.
• Network maintenance: Build and maintain relationships with financial institutions, equity investors, and other stakeholders. Serve as the primary point of contact for lenders, investors, and advisors.
• Financial Modeling and Analysis: Develop detailed financial models to support project financing, debt repayment schedules, and investment decisions. Analyze Debt Service Coverage Ratios (DSCR) and other covenants to ensure compliance.
• Treasury Operations: Manage day-to-day treasury activities, including banking operations, intercompany transactions, and compliance with US financial regulations.
• Internal Coordination: Prepare and present treasury reports, including cash positions, financing updates, and market trends, to senior management and the board. Partner with finance, procurement, legal, and operations teams to align treasury strategies with facility goals. Support other potential partnerships or acquisitions.

Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. MBA, CPA, CFA, or CTP certification strongly preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum 10 years of treasury or finance experience, with at least 5 years in renewable energy or energy storage project finance.
• Proven track record in structuring and securing debt financing for capital-intensive projects, preferably in solar, wind, or battery storage.
• Experience with US renewable energy incentives (e.g., ITC, PTC, 45X credits) and working with development banks or private equity.