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• Become a key part of our dynamic M&A team working with regional and multinational clients
• Support senior team members in M&A deal generation, execution and project management.
• Prepare financial and valuation models, analysis, proposals, marketing documents, teasers and information memoranda for M&A transactions.
• Review and analyze historical trading, cash flow, and balance sheets to identify risks or price affecting considerations
• Oversee and conduct company and market research activities to prepare pitch materials for origination as well as contribute to deal execution.
  

• Become a key part of our dynamic M&A team working with regional and multinational clients
• Support senior team members in M&A deal generation, execution and project management.
• Prepare financial and valuation models, analysis, proposals, marketing documents, teasers and information memoranda for M&A transactions.
• Review and analyze historical trading, cash flow, and balance sheets to identify risks or price affecting considerations
• Oversee and conduct company and market research activities to prepare pitch materials for origination as well as contribute to deal execution.
  

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related fields. MBA or/and CFA would be a plus.
• 6+ years or more experience working in investment banking and/or corporate finance role or boutique firm.
• Proven track record of supporting M&A deals, including drafting of marketing materials and project management.
• Strong financial modelling skills based on a well-developed understanding of financial statements.
• Experience in valuating companies using various methodologies
• GCC experience or working in one of the mature markets
  

• Strong communication skills, and ability to manage different stakeholders including clients, investors and counterparties
• Excellent attention to detail and able to multitask and work in a dynamic working environment.
• Strong commitment to professional client service excellence
• Excellent interpersonal relations and demonstrated ability to lead and work with others effectively in teams

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionFinance and Sales
• IndustriesAccounting

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Evaluate, structure and execute new transactions in collaboration with the lending team. Focus on capital call facilities, NAV/asset-backed facilities, hybrid facilities, co-invest and SMA facilities involving private equity, debt, credit and infrastructure funds.

• Take a proactive approach to transaction origination, conduct analysis, propose structures and develop solutions for clients.
• Assist in developing internal frameworks for credit rating of new products.
• Liaise with external credit agencies to obtain credit ratings.
• Manage existing loan portfolios, prepare MIS and reports from time to time.
• Analyse financing requirements and support senior loan origination teams.
• Negotiate terms with borrowers and other lenders, drive documentation based on LMA or LSTA standards.

• 5 - 10 years of experience in structured corporate lending transactions.
• Demonstrated exposure to Private Equity and Private Credit industries.
• Strong credit assessment skills including debt/cash flow modelling experience.
• Good grasp of legal concepts and loan mechanics.
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal.

Ensure accurate and timely reporting. Support strategic initiatives including budgeting and business planning.

Maintain strong relations and collaborate with partners, Legal, Credit and Operations.

We are seeking a highly experienced Corporate Finance Manager with a strong background in real estate development. The successful candidate will lead financial planning, support strategic investment decisions, and develop advanced financial models to evaluate the feasibility and performance of new and ongoing projects. This role requires a deep understanding of real estate financial structures, funding strategies, and market dynamics.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis

• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models for real estate developments (residential, commercial, hospitality, and mixed-use).
• Prepare business plans, cash flow forecasts, and investment analyses to support project approvals and strategic decisions.
• Provide scenario analysis, sensitivity testing, and risk assessments for new developments and acquisitions.

Investment & Capital Structuring

• Support the structuring of project finance deals including debt, equity, joint ventures, and off-balance sheet vehicles.
• Prepare investor presentations and support negotiations with financial institutions, partners, and stakeholders.
• Conduct valuations and financial due diligence on potential acquisitions or divestitures.

Performance Management & Reporting

• Monitor project performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards for senior leadership, including project ROI, IRR, NPV, and capital requirements.
• Coordinate with accounting, project, and development teams to ensure accurate financial tracking.
• Analyze macroeconomic indicators, real estate trends, and competitor performance to inform business strategy.
• Benchmark costs, yields, and returns across comparable real estate markets.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, corporate policies, and applicable financial regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of board materials, audit schedules, and external reporting requirements.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CFA preferred).
• 9+ years of experience in corporate finance, preferably within the real estate development or investment sector.
• Proven experience in financial modelling, feasibility studies, and project finance.
• Strong understanding of capital structuring, real estate development cycles, and valuation techniques.
• Experience interacting with banks, investors, and development partners is a plus.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills; experience with tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Team-oriented mindset with leadership potential.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance

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About Degas

Degas' mission is "Changing people’s lives, dramatically." We are an innovative AI technology company focused on developing scalable, AI-driven global products that address the world’s greatest challenges. Alongside our most advanced tech products, we also have dedicated operations that increase the income of smallholder farmers in Africa and beyond, leveraging our expertise in data aggregation, AI credit scoring, satellite observations, financing, and carbon markets. This dual approach enables us to make a global impact while delivering tangible benefits to developing countries.

The Corporate Finance Director is a key leadership role responsible for advancing Degas’ mission to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers across Africa through innovative financial strategies. This position requires a proven ability to raise capital for startups operating in emerging markets, particularly those focused on agriculture and technology.

As our Corporate Finance Director, you will spearhead equity and debt fundraising initiatives, targeting investors with expertise in impact investing and emerging market opportunities. We’re looking for someone with a deep passion for improving the lives of smallholder farmers, along with the knowledge, network, and grit to raise capital for Africa-based startups.

This role involves comprehensive fundraising leadership, including investor engagement, financial modeling, due diligence, term negotiations, and closing. You’ll work closely with our CEO, CFO, and teams across our Japan headquarters and Ghana subsidiary to drive financial strategy and operations.

• Lead all aspects of equity and debt fundraising — from crafting the equity story and building pitch materials to financial modeling, investor engagement, due diligence, term negotiations, closing, and reporting — with a focus on investors active in African agriculture, impact investing, and emerging markets.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with impact funds, development finance institutions, and investors, especially those with proven track records in African investments.
• Lead grant applications to development organizations and impact-focused funding bodies supporting agriculture and technology in Africa.
• Develop comprehensive business and financial strategies aligned with Degas’ long-term goals and guide decision-making on prioritization and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the executive leadership team to implement long-term strategies, ensuring alignment with financial goals and performance forecasts.
• Create compelling investment materials and pitch decks that highlight both financial returns and impact on smallholder farmers.
• Prepare and present detailed financial models, investor materials, and strategic reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee budget planning, financial analysis, and cash flow management to ensure financial stability and appropriate capital allocation to support growth.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and implement strategies to mitigate risks while maximizing global growth potential.
• Assess and implement optimal legal and financial structuring options for Degas Group’s global entities.
• Strengthen corporate governance practices with a particular focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, ensuring alignment with global best practices and investor expectations.

• 15+ years of finance experience, with demonstrated success raising capital for or investing in startups — particularly those in Africa or other emerging markets.
• Proven relationships with development finance institutions, impact investors, and funds focused on African investments.
• Deep understanding of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Genuine passion for improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in emerging markets and transforming agriculture through technology.
• Grit and perseverance to lead through uncertainty, with strong ownership and accountability.
• Empathy — the ability to understand others’ emotions and perspectives, and turn that understanding into action.
• Intellectual agility — the ability to think, learn, and act flexibly without being constrained by convention.
• A “disagree but commit” mindset — willing to align and execute once a decision is made, even when not in full agreement.
• Demonstrated resilience through experience in both growth phases and navigating crises.
• Ability to thrive in startup environments and work effectively within multicultural, diverse teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field. An advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus but not required.
• Native-level proficiency in English; Japanese proficiency is a plus, but not required.

Encouragement to Apply

Even if some of the qualifications mentioned above don't align perfectly with your experience, we still want to hear from you! We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single qualification listed.

Location

This role is REMOTE , with travel required to potential investor offices worldwide, Degas’ HQ in Tokyo, Degas’ regional offices and partner sites as needed.

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package.

How We’re Different

• Degas is committed to the mission of "Changing people’s lives, dramatically" as an impact-oriented, for-profit startup. Degas has achieved 2x year-over-year revenue growth for the past three years and has established a profitable farmer financing business. In 2023 alone, we doubled the incomes of over 26,000 smallholder farmers in Africa, as verified by a third-party assessment.
• We leverage both advanced and 'primitive' technologies, from GPUs for state-of-the-art foundation models to offline-enabled mobile apps for data aggregation in rural areas of developing countries.
• We prioritize long-term thinking, investing in technology, operations, and people to change the world in ways no one has ever done before.

Support

If you have a condition or require an adjustment to our interview process - please let us know so we can make adjustments to support you. Degas is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

About Degas

Degas' mission is "Changing people’s lives, dramatically." We are an innovative AI technology company focused on developing scalable, AI-driven global products that address the world’s greatest challenges. Alongside our most advanced tech products, we also have dedicated operations that increase the income of smallholder farmers in Africa and beyond, leveraging our expertise in data aggregation, AI credit scoring, satellite observations, financing, and carbon markets. This dual approach enables us to make a global impact while delivering tangible benefits to developing countries.

The Corporate Finance Director is a key leadership role responsible for advancing Degas’ mission to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers across Africa through innovative financial strategies. This position requires a proven ability to raise capital for startups operating in emerging markets, particularly those focused on agriculture and technology.

As our Corporate Finance Director, you will spearhead equity and debt fundraising initiatives, targeting investors with expertise in impact investing and emerging market opportunities. We’re looking for someone with a deep passion for improving the lives of smallholder farmers, along with the knowledge, network, and grit to raise capital for Africa-based startups.

This role involves comprehensive fundraising leadership, including investor engagement, financial modeling, due diligence, term negotiations, and closing. You’ll work closely with our CEO, CFO, and teams across our Japan headquarters and Ghana subsidiary to drive financial strategy and operations.

• Lead all aspects of equity and debt fundraising — from crafting the equity story and building pitch materials to financial modeling, investor engagement, due diligence, term negotiations, closing, and reporting — with a focus on investors active in African agriculture, impact investing, and emerging markets.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with impact funds, development finance institutions, and investors, especially those with proven track records in African investments.
• Lead grant applications to development organizations and impact-focused funding bodies supporting agriculture and technology in Africa.
• Develop comprehensive business and financial strategies aligned with Degas’ long-term goals and guide decision-making on prioritization and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the executive leadership team to implement long-term strategies, ensuring alignment with financial goals and performance forecasts.
• Create compelling investment materials and pitch decks that highlight both financial returns and impact on smallholder farmers.
• Prepare and present detailed financial models, investor materials, and strategic reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee budget planning, financial analysis, and cash flow management to ensure financial stability and appropriate capital allocation to support growth.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and implement strategies to mitigate risks while maximizing global growth potential.
• Assess and implement optimal legal and financial structuring options for Degas Group’s global entities.
• Strengthen corporate governance practices with a particular focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, ensuring alignment with global best practices and investor expectations.

• 15+ years of finance experience, with demonstrated success raising capital for or investing in startups — particularly those in Africa or other emerging markets.
• Proven relationships with development finance institutions, impact investors, and funds focused on African investments.
• Deep understanding of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Genuine passion for improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in emerging markets and transforming agriculture through technology.
• Grit and perseverance to lead through uncertainty, with strong ownership and accountability.
• Empathy — the ability to understand others’ emotions and perspectives, and turn that understanding into action.
• Intellectual agility — the ability to think, learn, and act flexibly without being constrained by convention.
• A “disagree but commit” mindset — willing to align and execute once a decision is made, even when not in full agreement.
• Demonstrated resilience through experience in both growth phases and navigating crises.
• Ability to thrive in startup environments and work effectively within multicultural, diverse teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field. An advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus but not required.
• Native-level proficiency in English; Japanese proficiency is a plus, but not required.

Encouragement to Apply

Even if some of the qualifications mentioned above don't align perfectly with your experience, we still want to hear from you! We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single qualification listed.

Location

This role is REMOTE, with travel required to potential investor offices worldwide, Degas’ HQ in Tokyo, Degas’ regional offices and partner sites as needed.

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package.

How We’re Different

• Degas is committed to the mission of "Changing people’s lives, dramatically" as an impact-oriented, for-profit startup. Degas has achieved 2x year-over-year revenue growth for the past three years and has established a profitable farmer financing business. In 2023 alone, we doubled the incomes of over 26,000 smallholder farmers in Africa, as verified by a third-party assessment.
• We leverage both advanced and 'primitive' technologies, from GPUs for state-of-the-art foundation models to offline-enabled mobile apps for data aggregation in rural areas of developing countries.
• We prioritize long-term thinking, investing in technology, operations, and people to change the world in ways no one has ever done before.

Support

If you have a condition or require an adjustment to our interview process - please let us know so we can make adjustments to support you. Degas is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

About Degas

Degas' mission is "Changing people’s lives, dramatically." We are an innovative AI technology company focused on developing scalable, AI-driven global products that address the world’s greatest challenges. Alongside our most advanced tech products, we also have dedicated operations that increase the income of smallholder farmers in Africa and beyond, leveraging our expertise in data aggregation, AI credit scoring, satellite observations, financing, and carbon markets. This dual approach enables us to make a global impact while delivering tangible benefits to developing countries.

The Corporate Finance Director is a key leadership role responsible for advancing Degas’ mission to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers across Africa through innovative financial strategies. This position requires a proven ability to raise capital for startups operating in emerging markets, particularly those focused on agriculture and technology.

As our Corporate Finance Director, you will spearhead equity and debt fundraising initiatives, targeting investors with expertise in impact investing and emerging market opportunities. We’re looking for someone with a deep passion for improving the lives of smallholder farmers, along with the knowledge, network, and grit to raise capital for Africa-based startups.

This role involves comprehensive fundraising leadership, including investor engagement, financial modeling, due diligence, term negotiations, and closing. You’ll work closely with our CEO, CFO, and teams across our Japan headquarters and Ghana subsidiary to drive financial strategy and operations.

• Lead all aspects of equity and debt fundraising — from crafting the equity story and building pitch materials to financial modeling, investor engagement, due diligence, term negotiations, closing, and reporting — with a focus on investors active in African agriculture, impact investing, and emerging markets.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with impact funds, development finance institutions, and investors, especially those with proven track records in African investments.
• Lead grant applications to development organizations and impact-focused funding bodies supporting agriculture and technology in Africa.
• Develop comprehensive business and financial strategies aligned with Degas’ long-term goals and guide decision-making on prioritization and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the executive leadership team to implement long-term strategies, ensuring alignment with financial goals and performance forecasts.
• Create compelling investment materials and pitch decks that highlight both financial returns and impact on smallholder farmers.
• Prepare and present detailed financial models, investor materials, and strategic reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee budget planning, financial analysis, and cash flow management to ensure financial stability and appropriate capital allocation to support growth.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and implement strategies to mitigate risks while maximizing global growth potential.
• Assess and implement optimal legal and financial structuring options for Degas Group’s global entities.
• Strengthen corporate governance practices with a particular focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, ensuring alignment with global best practices and investor expectations.

• 15+ years of finance experience, with demonstrated success raising capital for or investing in startups — particularly those in Africa or other emerging markets.
• Proven relationships with development finance institutions, impact investors, and funds focused on African investments.
• Deep understanding of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Genuine passion for improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in emerging markets and transforming agriculture through technology.
• Grit and perseverance to lead through uncertainty, with strong ownership and accountability.
• Empathy — the ability to understand others’ emotions and perspectives, and turn that understanding into action.
• Intellectual agility — the ability to think, learn, and act flexibly without being constrained by convention.
• A “disagree but commit” mindset — willing to align and execute once a decision is made, even when not in full agreement.
• Demonstrated resilience through experience in both growth phases and navigating crises.
• Ability to thrive in startup environments and work effectively within multicultural, diverse teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field. An advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus but not required.
• Native-level proficiency in English; Japanese proficiency is a plus, but not required.

Encouragement to Apply

Even if some of the qualifications mentioned above don't align perfectly with your experience, we still want to hear from you! We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single qualification listed.

Location

This role is REMOTE, with travel required to potential investor offices worldwide, Degas’ HQ in Tokyo, Degas’ regional offices and partner sites as needed.

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package.

How We’re Different

• Degas is committed to the mission of "Changing people’s lives, dramatically" as an impact-oriented, for-profit startup. Degas has achieved 2x year-over-year revenue growth for the past three years and has established a profitable farmer financing business. In 2023 alone, we doubled the incomes of over 26,000 smallholder farmers in Africa, as verified by a third-party assessment.
• We leverage both advanced and 'primitive' technologies, from GPUs for state-of-the-art foundation models to offline-enabled mobile apps for data aggregation in rural areas of developing countries.
• We prioritize long-term thinking, investing in technology, operations, and people to change the world in ways no one has ever done before.

Support

If you have a condition or require an adjustment to our interview process - please let us know so we can make adjustments to support you. Degas is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

About Degas

Degas' mission is "Changing people’s lives, dramatically." We are an innovative AI technology company focused on developing scalable, AI-driven global products that address the world’s greatest challenges. Alongside our most advanced tech products, we also have dedicated operations that increase the income of smallholder farmers in Africa and beyond, leveraging our expertise in data aggregation, AI credit scoring, satellite observations, financing, and carbon markets. This dual approach enables us to make a global impact while delivering tangible benefits to developing countries.

The Corporate Finance Director is a key leadership role responsible for advancing Degas’ mission to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers across Africa through innovative financial strategies. This position requires a proven ability to raise capital for startups operating in emerging markets, particularly those focused on agriculture and technology.

As our Corporate Finance Director, you will spearhead equity and debt fundraising initiatives, targeting investors with expertise in impact investing and emerging market opportunities. We’re looking for someone with a deep passion for improving the lives of smallholder farmers, along with the knowledge, network, and grit to raise capital for Africa-based startups.

This role involves comprehensive fundraising leadership, including investor engagement, financial modeling, due diligence, term negotiations, and closing. You’ll work closely with our CEO, CFO, and teams across our Japan headquarters and Ghana subsidiary to drive financial strategy and operations.

• Lead all aspects of equity and debt fundraising — from crafting the equity story and building pitch materials to financial modeling, investor engagement, due diligence, term negotiations, closing, and reporting — with a focus on investors active in African agriculture, impact investing, and emerging markets.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with impact funds, development finance institutions, and investors, especially those with proven track records in African investments.
• Lead grant applications to development organizations and impact-focused funding bodies supporting agriculture and technology in Africa.
• Develop comprehensive business and financial strategies aligned with Degas’ long-term goals and guide decision-making on prioritization and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the executive leadership team to implement long-term strategies, ensuring alignment with financial goals and performance forecasts.
• Create compelling investment materials and pitch decks that highlight both financial returns and impact on smallholder farmers.
• Prepare and present detailed financial models, investor materials, and strategic reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee budget planning, financial analysis, and cash flow management to ensure financial stability and appropriate capital allocation to support growth.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and implement strategies to mitigate risks while maximizing global growth potential.
• Assess and implement optimal legal and financial structuring options for Degas Group’s global entities.
• Strengthen corporate governance practices with a particular focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, ensuring alignment with global best practices and investor expectations.

• 15+ years of finance experience, with demonstrated success raising capital for or investing in startups — particularly those in Africa or other emerging markets.
• Proven relationships with development finance institutions, impact investors, and funds focused on African investments.
• Deep understanding of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Genuine passion for improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in emerging markets and transforming agriculture through technology.
• Grit and perseverance to lead through uncertainty, with strong ownership and accountability.
• Empathy — the ability to understand others’ emotions and perspectives, and turn that understanding into action.
• Intellectual agility — the ability to think, learn, and act flexibly without being constrained by convention.
• A “disagree but commit” mindset — willing to align and execute once a decision is made, even when not in full agreement.
• Demonstrated resilience through experience in both growth phases and navigating crises.
• Ability to thrive in startup environments and work effectively within multicultural, diverse teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field. An advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus but not required.
• Native-level proficiency in English; Japanese proficiency is a plus, but not required.

Encouragement to Apply

Even if some of the qualifications mentioned above don't align perfectly with your experience, we still want to hear from you! We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single qualification listed.

Location

This role is REMOTE, with travel required to potential investor offices worldwide, Degas’ HQ in Tokyo, Degas’ regional offices and partner sites as needed.

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package.

How We’re Different

• Degas is committed to the mission of "Changing people’s lives, dramatically" as an impact-oriented, for-profit startup. Degas has achieved 2x year-over-year revenue growth for the past three years and has established a profitable farmer financing business. In 2023 alone, we doubled the incomes of over 26,000 smallholder farmers in Africa, as verified by a third-party assessment.
• We leverage both advanced and 'primitive' technologies, from GPUs for state-of-the-art foundation models to offline-enabled mobile apps for data aggregation in rural areas of developing countries.
• We prioritize long-term thinking, investing in technology, operations, and people to change the world in ways no one has ever done before.

Support

If you have a condition or require an adjustment to our interview process - please let us know so we can make adjustments to support you. Degas is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

About Degas

Degas' mission is "Changing people’s lives, dramatically." We are an innovative AI technology company focused on developing scalable, AI-driven global products that address the world’s greatest challenges. Alongside our most advanced tech products, we also have dedicated operations that increase the income of smallholder farmers in Africa and beyond, leveraging our expertise in data aggregation, AI credit scoring, satellite observations, financing, and carbon markets. This dual approach enables us to make a global impact while delivering tangible benefits to developing countries.

The Corporate Finance Director is a key leadership role responsible for advancing Degas’ mission to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers across Africa through innovative financial strategies. This position requires a proven ability to raise capital for startups operating in emerging markets, particularly those focused on agriculture and technology.

As our Corporate Finance Director, you will spearhead equity and debt fundraising initiatives, targeting investors with expertise in impact investing and emerging market opportunities. We’re looking for someone with a deep passion for improving the lives of smallholder farmers, along with the knowledge, network, and grit to raise capital for Africa-based startups.

This role involves comprehensive fundraising leadership, including investor engagement, financial modeling, due diligence, term negotiations, and closing. You’ll work closely with our CEO, CFO, and teams across our Japan headquarters and Ghana subsidiary to drive financial strategy and operations.

• Lead all aspects of equity and debt fundraising — from crafting the equity story and building pitch materials to financial modeling, investor engagement, due diligence, term negotiations, closing, and reporting — with a focus on investors active in African agriculture, impact investing, and emerging markets.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with impact funds, development finance institutions, and investors, especially those with proven track records in African investments.
• Lead grant applications to development organizations and impact-focused funding bodies supporting agriculture and technology in Africa.
• Develop comprehensive business and financial strategies aligned with Degas’ long-term goals and guide decision-making on prioritization and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the executive leadership team to implement long-term strategies, ensuring alignment with financial goals and performance forecasts.
• Create compelling investment materials and pitch decks that highlight both financial returns and impact on smallholder farmers.
• Prepare and present detailed financial models, investor materials, and strategic reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee budget planning, financial analysis, and cash flow management to ensure financial stability and appropriate capital allocation to support growth.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and implement strategies to mitigate risks while maximizing global growth potential.
• Assess and implement optimal legal and financial structuring options for Degas Group’s global entities.
• Strengthen corporate governance practices with a particular focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, ensuring alignment with global best practices and investor expectations.

• 15+ years of finance experience, with demonstrated success raising capital for or investing in startups — particularly those in Africa or other emerging markets.
• Proven relationships with development finance institutions, impact investors, and funds focused on African investments.
• Deep understanding of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Genuine passion for improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in emerging markets and transforming agriculture through technology.
• Grit and perseverance to lead through uncertainty, with strong ownership and accountability.
• Empathy — the ability to understand others’ emotions and perspectives, and turn that understanding into action.
• Intellectual agility — the ability to think, learn, and act flexibly without being constrained by convention.
• A “disagree but commit” mindset — willing to align and execute once a decision is made, even when not in full agreement.
• Demonstrated resilience through experience in both growth phases and navigating crises.
• Ability to thrive in startup environments and work effectively within multicultural, diverse teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field. An advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus but not required.
• Native-level proficiency in English; Japanese proficiency is a plus, but not required.

Encouragement to Apply

Even if some of the qualifications mentioned above don't align perfectly with your experience, we still want to hear from you! We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single qualification listed.

Location

This role is REMOTE, with travel required to potential investor offices worldwide, Degas’ HQ in Tokyo, Degas’ regional offices and partner sites as needed.

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package.

How We’re Different

• Degas is committed to the mission of "Changing people’s lives, dramatically" as an impact-oriented, for-profit startup. Degas has achieved 2x year-over-year revenue growth for the past three years and has established a profitable farmer financing business. In 2023 alone, we doubled the incomes of over 26,000 smallholder farmers in Africa, as verified by a third-party assessment.
• We leverage both advanced and 'primitive' technologies, from GPUs for state-of-the-art foundation models to offline-enabled mobile apps for data aggregation in rural areas of developing countries.
• We prioritize long-term thinking, investing in technology, operations, and people to change the world in ways no one has ever done before.

Support

If you have a condition or require an adjustment to our interview process - please let us know so we can make adjustments to support you. Degas is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

About Degas

Degas' mission is "Changing people’s lives, dramatically." We are an innovative AI technology company focused on developing scalable, AI-driven global products that address the world’s greatest challenges. Alongside our most advanced tech products, we also have dedicated operations that increase the income of smallholder farmers in Africa and beyond, leveraging our expertise in data aggregation, AI credit scoring, satellite observations, financing, and carbon markets. This dual approach enables us to make a global impact while delivering tangible benefits to developing countries.

The Corporate Finance Director is a key leadership role responsible for advancing Degas’ mission to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers across Africa through innovative financial strategies. This position requires a proven ability to raise capital for startups operating in emerging markets, particularly those focused on agriculture and technology.

As our Corporate Finance Director, you will spearhead equity and debt fundraising initiatives, targeting investors with expertise in impact investing and emerging market opportunities. We’re looking for someone with a deep passion for improving the lives of smallholder farmers, along with the knowledge, network, and grit to raise capital for Africa-based startups.

This role involves comprehensive fundraising leadership, including investor engagement, financial modeling, due diligence, term negotiations, and closing. You’ll work closely with our CEO, CFO, and teams across our Japan headquarters and Ghana subsidiary to drive financial strategy and operations.

• Lead all aspects of equity and debt fundraising — from crafting the equity story and building pitch materials to financial modeling, investor engagement, due diligence, term negotiations, closing, and reporting — with a focus on investors active in African agriculture, impact investing, and emerging markets.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with impact funds, development finance institutions, and investors, especially those with proven track records in African investments.
• Lead grant applications to development organizations and impact-focused funding bodies supporting agriculture and technology in Africa.
• Develop comprehensive business and financial strategies aligned with Degas’ long-term goals and guide decision-making on prioritization and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the executive leadership team to implement long-term strategies, ensuring alignment with financial goals and performance forecasts.
• Create compelling investment materials and pitch decks that highlight both financial returns and impact on smallholder farmers.
• Prepare and present detailed financial models, investor materials, and strategic reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee budget planning, financial analysis, and cash flow management to ensure financial stability and appropriate capital allocation to support growth.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and implement strategies to mitigate risks while maximizing global growth potential.
• Assess and implement optimal legal and financial structuring options for Degas Group’s global entities.
• Strengthen corporate governance practices with a particular focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, ensuring alignment with global best practices and investor expectations.

• 15+ years of finance experience, with demonstrated success raising capital for or investing in startups — particularly those in Africa or other emerging markets.
• Proven relationships with development finance institutions, impact investors, and funds focused on African investments.
• Deep understanding of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Genuine passion for improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in emerging markets and transforming agriculture through technology.
• Grit and perseverance to lead through uncertainty, with strong ownership and accountability.
• Empathy — the ability to understand others’ emotions and perspectives, and turn that understanding into action.
• Intellectual agility — the ability to think, learn, and act flexibly without being constrained by convention.
• A “disagree but commit” mindset — willing to align and execute once a decision is made, even when not in full agreement.
• Demonstrated resilience through experience in both growth phases and navigating crises.
• Ability to thrive in startup environments and work effectively within multicultural, diverse teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field. An advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus but not required.
• Native-level proficiency in English; Japanese proficiency is a plus, but not required.

Encouragement to Apply

Even if some of the qualifications mentioned above don't align perfectly with your experience, we still want to hear from you! We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single qualification listed.

Location

This role is REMOTE, with travel required to potential investor offices worldwide, Degas’ HQ in Tokyo, Degas’ regional offices and partner sites as needed.

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package.

How We’re Different

• Degas is committed to the mission of "Changing people’s lives, dramatically" as an impact-oriented, for-profit startup. Degas has achieved 2x year-over-year revenue growth for the past three years and has established a profitable farmer financing business. In 2023 alone, we doubled the incomes of over 26,000 smallholder farmers in Africa, as verified by a third-party assessment.
• We leverage both advanced and 'primitive' technologies, from GPUs for state-of-the-art foundation models to offline-enabled mobile apps for data aggregation in rural areas of developing countries.
• We prioritize long-term thinking, investing in technology, operations, and people to change the world in ways no one has ever done before.

Support

If you have a condition or require an adjustment to our interview process - please let us know so we can make adjustments to support you. Degas is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.