Second Foundation

Head of Asset Finance

Second Foundation  •  Prague, CZ (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

Second Foundation is a global energy trading company with around 450 employees across locations in Prague HQ (CZ), Zug (CH), Berlin (DE), Charlotte (USA), and Tokyo (JP). We specialize in power market trading and in the integration and optimization of renewable energy and battery storage systems. In parallel, we are actively expanding our own asset base, with a primary focus on battery storage.

We are looking for a Head of Asset Finance with overall responsibility for the financial management of our asset businesses, including both our own asset-heavy projects and third-party asset management services (flexibility, balancing, and route-to-market solutions). This role requires a deep understanding of asset-based business models and the key financial drivers of the energy sector.

What you would work on?

  • Full financial responsibility across our asset portfolio
  • Financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring
  • Development, review, and optimization of financial models and asset-level economics
  • Optimization of legal and tax structures across countries for asset businesses, in close cooperation with group legal and tax teams
  • Setup and improvement of dedicated financial systems for asset businesses where relevant
  • Support of investment decisions, M&A activities, refinancing, and transaction structuring
  • Close collaboration with investors, auditors, and external advisors
  • Financial risk management and regulatory compliance

What makes you a great candidate?

  • Degree in Finance or a related field
  • 10+ years of relevant professional experience in finance
  • Background in controlling, audit, tax, and/or transaction services
  • Extensive experience in the energy or infrastructure (project-based) sector
  • Hands-on, action-oriented mindset
  • Ability to operate effectively in a complex, asset-driven environment

What we offer?

  • Competitive salary package with a performance-based bonus.
  •  Autonomy in how you manage your work.
  • Diverse, international projects, with opportunities for on-site involvement.
  • Flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths.
  • Brand new office in the Prague city center – Masaryčka.   
  • Exceptional benefits, including a training budget, on-site lunches, gym and more.
  • 25 days of paid holiday.
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About Second Foundation

Second Foundation is a tech company active in energy markets. A young company based in Prague that quickly grew into an international player in the modern energy sector, focusing on electricity trading, renewable energy production, battery storage, and flexible asset management. We operate at 25 markets from USA to Japan. With innovative proprietary technology and advanced trading algorithms, we are committed to maximizing the value of renewable energies while supporting the energy transition.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Prague, CZ
Year Founded
Unknown
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