Finance Manager / Director (Venture Energy)

We expect the successful candidate to have:

• Broad understanding of the global marine industry and strong knowledge in the ports and terminal sector.
• Strong network of relationships in the marine and ports and terminals sector in Greater China and North Asia
• Knowledge of the main players in ports and terminals with broad understanding of their commercial and business strategies across Asia
• Interest and passion for marine and/or renewable energy and decarbonation.
• Skilled communicator and initiator of business partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Exceptional customer relationship skills
• Ability to initiate, develop and nurture relationships with customers at all levels of the organisation including C-Suite.
• Effective and persuasive communicator with strong presentation skills and ability to influence decision makers.
• Able to conduct market research on prospects and stakeholders, analyse their respective business models and recommend what type of business NatPower Marine could be doing with them.
• Support with other business activities as appropriate.
• Collaborative approach, ability to identify strategic partnerships and joint opportunities that mutually benefit all parties.

You will be required to think and make decisions both at a high level; analytically, in financial or strategic terms, but also work at the operational level; building relationships, solving problems, and executing the plans we develop.

You will need to respond dynamically to changing circumstances and requirements. It is anticipated our mandate will flex as the market develops, and you will be capable of identifying these shifts and responding to challenges and opportunities in the market as they arise.

Venture Energy is currently at a start-up phase of development. We expect it to grow substantially in the next 2-3 years. In this time, we expect you will take responsibility for components of the business and manage staff within these units.

Expect to travel regularly, both in Mainland China, across Asia, and further afield in Europe.

The Job | Your Responsibilities

• Financing: Assist in the raising of capital both from the Group and third parties. Manage relationships with financial institutions, private investors, and strategic partners. Provide analytical and pitch-book development support, producing quality materials that effectively represent the Group. Help negotiate and execute financing projects.
• Finance Ops: Set-up financial functions for a growth business, and help develop the capabilities required for a trading business. You will oversee all the financial operations of the company, including financial reporting, accounting, budgets, forecast, financial monitoring, compliance, cash flow reporting, financial analysis, and other relevant jobs.
• Due Diligence: Work with the CorpDev and commerical teams on reviewing and analysing opportunities that arise, building these into the Company’s financial plan.
• Everything Else: Venture Energy is a growth company operating in a fast-developing new industry. Part of your role is supporting projects that arise, plugging gaps no one exists to. Perhaps that’s doing due-diligence on a VC investment, building a comms plan, editing a policy paper, or writing a job description. There are always more jobs than people; you will be responsible for building and shaping the company.

The Candidate | Must Have

• A bachelors degree and 5+ years experience in finance, accounting, or a related field. 
  • For Manager we will take 5-7 years experience. For Director 7+
• Experience as a finance manager or director in a start-up or fast-growth setting.
• Experience in commodities, mining, metals, or infrastructure.
• CPA or CFA is a big value add, but not essential.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to pitch at C-Suite level.
• Fluent in English and Putonghua (both written/spoken). Cantonese is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Tools (ppt/xlsx)
• Integrity
• Grit

The Candidate | Nice to Have

• Demonstrated intelligence, curiosity, and an interest in building businesses are as important as having worked at a particular company or attended a particular school.
• Broad understating of current initiatives and strategic vision for the sustainability of the marine sector and energy transition.
• Renewable energy project development and/or experience in maritime sector is a plus.

We offer a competitive package to the right candidate. Qualified and interested parties please send application quoting the above reference number, your current and expected salary to HR Department via email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All information collected will be treated with strict confidential and will be used for recruitment purpose only.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. The information provided will be treated in strict confidentiality and used for consideration of application for relevant/similar roles only. Applicants not being invited for interview in 6 weeks after job application may consider their application unsuccessful and your personal data will be destroyed after a period of 6 months.