Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

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We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our leadership team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with proven debt fund management, banking relations, and financial operations expertise. This role is critical in driving AVANA's mission to deliver exceptional value to our clients, investors, and stakeholders. The candidate will work very closely with CEO and will have the opportunity to take on a global role overseeing all offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's financial strategy, ensuring alignment with AVANA's mission and goals.
• Oversee debt fund management, structuring, and performance optimization.
• Establish and nurture robust relationships with banks, credit unions, and institutional lenders to obtain competitive financing.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes. Must have prior experience in creating and monitoring budgets across various business units.
• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations and learn the Saudi Central Bank's banking standards and financial reporting requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to develop and implement strategies for raising capital from various sources, including banks, lines of credit, and institutional investors in the Middle East and the USA.
• Establish and maintain appropriate fund structures that align with regulatory requirements and investor expectations.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and reporting obligations related to fund operations.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity to support operational and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor and mitigate financial risks, including interest rate, credit, and regulatory exposures, and oversee tax strategy.
• Implement robust internal controls and oversee audit processes to ensure the security of company assets.
• Understand private credit and direct lending at their core to effectively negotiate or discuss lines of credit and warehouse lines.
• Mentor and develop the finance team to meet and exceed organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with the CEO and management team to drive long-term growth and profitability.
• Represent the company in investor meetings, board presentations, and stakeholder engagements.
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with current and potential investors, prioritizing transparency and trust.
• Oversee timely response to investor inquiries and manage communication regarding portfolio performance, strategy, and compliance updates.

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