Lead of Asset Finance

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 Lead 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.