CFO

LA Solar Group Inc • Sun Valley, CA

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About The Position

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Position Summary The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior executive responsible for overseeing the financial strategy, planning, and management of the company. In a solar company, the CFO plays a critical role in project finance, cash flow management, tax incentives (ITC), regulatory compliance, and supporting scalable growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
• 8–15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
• Experience in solar, renewable energy, construction, or project-based industries strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of project finance, tax equity, and capital structures
• Proven experience managing cash flow in a high-growth environment
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and leadership skills
• Deep understanding of solar economics and regulatory environment
• Excellent communication and executive presence
• High integrity, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving industry

Nice To Haves

• MBA or CPA preferred
• Experience in solar, renewable energy, construction, or project-based industries strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy aligned with business goals and growth plans
• Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership team
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making, investments, and expansion
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
• Analyze financial performance, margins, and project profitability
• Prepare financial models for solar projects, acquisitions, and financing
• Lead solar project financing, including debt, equity, tax equity, and PPA structures
• Manage relationships with banks, investors, tax equity partners, and lenders
• Optimize cash flow across construction, installation, and interconnection phases
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards
• Oversee accounting, payroll, AP/AR, and internal controls
• Manage audits, tax filings, and financial risk management
• Oversee federal, state, and local solar incentives, including the Investment Tax Credit (ITC)
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance for incentive programs
• Coordinate with tax advisors and legal counsel
• Monitor installation costs, labor, materials, and overhead to maintain profitability
• Implement systems and processes to improve financial efficiency
• Support pricing strategy and contract review
• Build and manage the finance, accounting, and payroll teams
• Oversee financial systems, ERP software, and reporting tools
• Establish scalable processes to support company growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive